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A Very Fine and Rare Chippendale Carved and Figured Maple Bonnet-Top High Chest of Drawers, Southern New Hampshire or Northeastern Massachusetts circa 1785
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Height 84 1/2 in. by Width 40 1/2 in. by Depth 22 1/4 in.
Appears to retain its original brass hardware, finials restored, lacking several knee returns.
Condition
White pine secondary wood; finials restored; refinished; appears to retain its original hardware
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
While this high chest's overall proportions and skirt profile relates closely to high chests made in Salem, Massachusetts, differences in construction and ornament suggest that it was constructed in New Hampshire or in an Northeastern Massachusetts town outside of Salem proper.
As explained by Kembel Widmer, exposed drawer blade dovetails on the side of the case are rarely seen in Salem yet are common on New Hampshire pieces. Furthermore, the dovetails and dressing of inside surfaces are not as refined as those of Salem-made objects. Lastly, the swirl rosettes are not found on Salem high chests.