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English Georgian Mahogany 'Pedestal' Form Bachelor's Chest, circa 1760

$5,975
£4,520.50
€5,217.36
CA$8,345.41
A$9,278.50
CHF 4,856.74
MX$113,797.78
NOK 61,838.55
SEK 58,382.92
DKK 38,933.62
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About the Item

A fine English circa 1760 Chippendale style mahogany bachelor's chest of uncommon 'pedestal' form, the molded edge top above brushing slide and four graduated drawers all with original brass hardware, the key escutcheons particularly unusual, raised on thick bracket feet. Even rarer, original key present.
  • Similar to:
    Thomas Chippendale (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.38 in (77.17 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 18.63 in (47.33 cm)
  • Style:
    Chippendale (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1760
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The original finish recently professionally rewaxed.
  • Seller Location:
    Kinderhook, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1002142154082

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