American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Chippendale Mahogany Chest of Four Drawers, probably eastern Pennsylvania, late 18th century, the molded top with cut corners above a case of four thumb-molded drawers on ogee bracket feet, refinished, old replaced brasses, (imperfections),ht. 32 1/2, case wd. 31 3/4, case dp. 19 in.
The property of Carolyn and Tom Porter
Estimate $1,000-1,500
platforms added to underside of feet (some platforms with small breaks); minor shrinkage cracks, small scratches/gouges on one side of piece; backboard with renailing.
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.
Keywords
Tom Porter, CarolynStephen 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
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.