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Antique Empire Chest of Drawers in Cuban Mahogany with Interior Writing Surface

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A very fine Empire chest or commode with bowed front offering four drawers on tapered feet in the finest book-matched Cuban (West Indies) mahogany. Satinwood inlays depicting two sphinxes decorate the top drawer which offers the original writing surface & lidded compartments. Denmark, circa 1810. Expertly restored with French-polish finish in our workshop. Chest is in as near a flawless state as possible, given age and use. Makes a great end table in a living room, library or bedroom--as well as a console in an entrance! Measures: 38" wide x 20 1/2" deep x 32 1/4" high Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.25 in (81.92 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1810
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally restored and French polished in our workshop. (4) locks, (1) key all locks are in working condition, interior of top drawer is complete.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CHE001651stDibs: LU98811489652

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