Paint-decorated Dressing Table

Description:

Paint-decorated Dressing Table, New England, c. 1820-30, in two sections: the top with rectangular mirror supported by two scrolling brackets above a case of two short drawers, on a projecting lower section of two drawers joining ring-turned legs and turned feet, original surface of red and black graining highlighted by freehand and stenciled yellow-painted and gilt designs, overall ht. 57 1/2, wd. 37 1/2, dp. 20 1/2 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

There is minor wear to the painted and gilt surfaces - scratches and minor losses with some associated minor retouching. The mirror is an old replacement. Structurally the chest is in great shape. Minor gouge to rear right edge of top.


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