Description:
Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers, Massachusetts, c. 1760-80, the shaped molded top above a cockbeaded case of four graduated drawers, all on carved claw-and-ball feet, old replaced brasses, refinished, (minor imperfections),ht. 33 3/4, wd. 37 1/4, dp. 18 3/4 in.
Note: indistinct chalk inscription on top drawer bottom appears to read "Basle Williams."
Estimate $6,000-8,000
some glue blocks replaced. There are four plugged holes in the top near the center of the back edge. The top board of the back boards is an old replacement.
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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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