American Chippendale Graduated Four-Drawer Chest, Late 18th/ Early 19th Century

Item Details

This antique American Chippendale chest of drawers is a quintessential example of early colonial craftsmanship. Built from solid cherry, the chest features a rectangular top over a case of four graduated drawers, each retaining its characteristic brass batwing hardware. The construction details underscore its age, featuring robust hand-cut dovetail joinery and wide, hand-planed secondary wood backboards. The piece is grounded by a molded base and simple bracket feet. Possessing a rich, undisturbed patina and showing the honest wear of over two centuries of use, this chest exemplifies the transition from formal English style to a rugged, functional American vernacular.

Condition

- overall with various scratches, marks, nicks, abrasions, restoration and wear consistent with age and use; possible repaired and replaced elements; splits/cracks; loose components; chips.

Dimensions

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Item #

ITMGT32439