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Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Chest

About the Item

A rare English Georgian Mahogany Metamorphic Chest with a slide out drawer that reveals a drafting slope. Chest has the original cast iron handles.. The chest is constructed from beautiful single board Cuban mahogany and retains a lovely aged patina. In overall good condition, missing a lock and no keys. The top back left corner is missing a small piece of wood.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7371239028692
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