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19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers

$1,047
$1,49529% Off
£786.78
£1,123.4429% Off
€912.49
€1,302.9429% Off
CA$1,469.83
CA$2,098.7629% Off
A$1,631
A$2,328.8829% Off
CHF 860.31
CHF 1,228.4329% Off
MX$19,910.99
MX$28,430.6929% Off
NOK 10,884.62
NOK 15,542.0329% Off
SEK 10,194.32
SEK 14,556.3729% Off
DKK 6,809.75
DKK 9,723.5629% Off

About the Item

A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880. Antique salesman samples were used in the 19th century by traveling salesmen to show a small scale representation of the furniture they were selling. This fine chest has a beautiful serpentine front fitted with ornate gilt brass drawer pulls and mounts, and lovely shaped apron on slender splay feet. It's perfect for storing jewelry or other special belongings and would also make a lovely gift.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)
  • Style:
    French Provincial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition with surface cracks, chips, and wear consistent with age; lovely original surface and patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Pearland, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 202003041stDibs: LU5998226706932

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