Early Americana: The Atten Collection Online
Description:
Oak and Pine Joined Chest over Drawer, possibly Plymouth County, Massachusetts, late 17th/early 18th century, the top with quarter-round molded edge above a well with lidless till, the facade with central geometric panel flanked by double tombstone-arched panels, all above two paneled drawers, and paneled sides, facade with allover applied ebonized ornament of bosses and half-balusters, ht. 30, wd. 46, dp. 19 3/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-4,000
insect damage and losses to back legs - with added tabs so that the feet sit at the right level. pintel hinge pins replaced.
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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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