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Description:
Mahogany and Mahogany and Bird's-eye Maple Veneer Bow-front Chest of Four Drawers, probably Massachusetts, c. 1815-20, the top with ovolo corners above quarter-engaged columns continuing to turned feet, flanking case of bird's-eye maple veneer and mahogany crossbanded drawers above a reeded lower edge and shaped brackets, ht. 38 1/2, wd. 42, dp. 20 3/4 in.
Estimate $700-900
no major restorations or repairs. one small scrolled bracket or two replaced. old refinished surface.
pulls appear original.
minor patching to veneer and cockbeading.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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