American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Maple Chest-on-Chest, probably Massachusetts, c. 1780-1800, in two sections, the upper section with five thumb-molded graduated drawers, set into the lower section of four drawers, on molded base with bracket feet, brass bail pulls appear original, refinished, ht. 74 3/4, lower case wd. 38, lower case dp. 17 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500
shrinkage cracks to sides, one side mid-molding warped slightly.
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
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
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
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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