Diminutive Chippendale Mahogany Block-front Chest of Drawers

Description:

Diminutive Chippendale Mahogany Block-front Chest of Drawers, Massachusetts, c. 1760-80, the overhanging molded top above a conforming case of four graduated drawers, on frontal claw-and-ball feet, conformingly shaped knee returns, and ogee bracket rear feet, brasses appear to be original, (restoration),ht. 32 1/2, wd. 32, dp. 20 1/2 in.
Estimate $10,000-15,000

the backboards may be replaced or more likely reattached to compenstate for shrinkage of the case sides, support for right rear bracket was broken and is fixed with braces, glue blocks to base probably replaced.

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