Lot 1080
  • 1080

Very Fine and Rare Chippendale Mahogany Block Front Chest of Drawers, Essex County, Massachusetts, Circa 1770

Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • 32 3/4 in. by Width 37 1/2 in. by Depth 21 1/4 in.; Width of case 33 1/8 in.
retains a dark rich color.

Provenance

Angus G. Curtis;
Christie's, New York, lot 188;
John Walton, Jewett City, Connecticut;
Private collection.

Condition

Overall fine condition. Wear commensurate with age and use. Hardware original. Drawer runners replaced at inside of case. Proper front left foot facings previously cracked and reglued.
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