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Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

FEDERAL STYLE

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

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Style: Federal
Federal Style Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk / Display Cabinet & Brass Eagle
Federal Style Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk / Display Cabinet & Brass Eagle

Federal Style Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk / Display Cabinet & Brass Eagle

By Mahogany Associates

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a beautiful inlaid flame mahogany Federal style secretary desk with tambour doors. It has two glass shelves. The body has several areas with inlaid satinwood designs. It date...

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Mid-20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mahogany

A Fine Inlaid Federal Sheraton Mahogany Chest, c.1820
A Fine Inlaid Federal Sheraton Mahogany Chest, c.1820

A Fine Inlaid Federal Sheraton Mahogany Chest, c.1820

Located in Savannah, GA

A fine inlaid federal sheraton mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1820. Six drawers with half columns and conforming top. Finely inlaid drawer fronts. Chestnut secondary wood. Po...

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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor Chest of Drawers
Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor Chest of Drawers

Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor Chest of Drawers

Located in Germantown, MD

A beautifully hand-rubbed refinished Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor Chest of Drawers. Measures 36.25" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 32" in height. Bo...

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Mid-20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Federal Style Bow Front Figured Mahogany Chest
Antique Federal Style Bow Front Figured Mahogany Chest

Antique Federal Style Bow Front Figured Mahogany Chest

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The fine chest with four graduated drawers each with fine string inlay and with a pair of brass oval bales decorated with a classical columned rotunda and brass key holes. All drawer...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

American Federal Period Pine Dresser Base and Plate Rack in Original Paint
American Federal Period Pine Dresser Base and Plate Rack in Original Paint

American Federal Period Pine Dresser Base and Plate Rack in Original Paint

Located in Richmond, VA

American Federal Period Pine Dresser Base and Plate Rack in Original Paint. Nice shaped cornice and apron. Original brown paint.

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Pine, Paint

Federal Mahogany Sideboard
Federal Mahogany Sideboard

Federal Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Annville, PA

An ideal sideboard for use in smaller spaces in the dining room the Federal Mahogany Sideboard is also designed to work with almost any deco...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique pine chest of drawers with painted details from the 19th century
Antique pine chest of drawers with painted details from the 19th century

Antique pine chest of drawers with painted details from the 19th century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Crafted from solid pine and oak, the chest of drawers features beautiful, ornate, and painted details. Beautiful trim along the edges, lilies, bud flowers, and lovely legs. The warm ...

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19th Century Scandinavian Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Pine

American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820
American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820

American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

American Federal Southern walnut hinged top sugar chest with oval string inlays, two flanking drawers with brass pulls, central diamond escutcheons, and resting on the original turne...

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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary, Circa 1900s
Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary, Circa 1900s

Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary, Circa 1900s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary Desk, Circa 1900s. Functional key for the cabinets present. Measures 41" in width, 18.75" in depth and " in height....

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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase
Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase

Small Burled Penhurst Bookcase

Located in Annville, PA

The Niagara Furniture Small Burled Penshurst Bookcase with two shelves. The burled cornice is beautiful and adds a sense of depth to the upper area of the case while hand carved acan...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Federal Butlers Desk
Federal Butlers Desk

Federal Butlers Desk

Located in Bradenton, FL

Very attractive Mahogany southern Federal Butlers Desk probably mid Atlantic states around 1820-30. Large bottle drawers on either side of a nicely fi...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C
Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C

Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C

By Pulaski Furniture Corporation

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Federal style display case by Pulaski offers mahogany construction with broken arch crest having central carved finial over case having double glass doors opening to shelved and mi...

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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Glass, Mirror

1800s American Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk
1800s American Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk

1800s American Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk

Located in Germantown, MD

An early 19th Century Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk recently refinished. Measure 45.75" in width, 21" in depth and 44" in height.

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Corner Cupboard Circa 1790 In Old Blue Paint American
Antique Corner Cupboard Circa 1790 In Old Blue Paint American

Antique Corner Cupboard Circa 1790 In Old Blue Paint American

Located in Hudson, NY

Very handsome late 18th early 19th century American Corner cupboard, found in a barn near West Stockbridge Massachusetts. It has an older but not original blue green painted surface ...

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1790s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Blown Glass, Pine

Baker Furniture Historic Federal Inlaid Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
Baker Furniture Historic Federal Inlaid Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished

Baker Furniture Historic Federal Inlaid Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style bow front sideboard buffet or credenza By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Gorgeous book-matched fl...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Mahogany Glazed Double Door China Bookcase Display Cabinet
Federal Style Mahogany Glazed Double Door China Bookcase Display Cabinet

Federal Style Mahogany Glazed Double Door China Bookcase Display Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

An early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Double Glazed Door China bookcase, display Cabinet. Measures 34.5" in width, 16" in depth and 70" in height.

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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

19th Century Federal Chest
19th Century Federal Chest

19th Century Federal Chest

Located in Acton, MA

Circa 1830 cherry wood chest of drawers with. four beaded drawers. The top drawer being oversized for ample storage with three graduated drawers below. The piece is constructed with ...

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1830s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC
Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC

Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Oversized Palmer Home Collection Federal Style Mahogany Step Back China Cabinet with Filigree Crest b...

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20th Century Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Large Mahogany Secretary Desk
Large Mahogany Secretary Desk

Large Mahogany Secretary Desk

Located in Annville, PA

Inspired by an antique desk and bookcase this Large Mahogany Secretary Desk from Niagara Furniture is impressive in both it’s design and scal...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

American Federal Mahogany & Satinwood Butler's Desk with Paw Feet. NY, C. 1810
American Federal Mahogany & Satinwood Butler's Desk with Paw Feet. NY, C. 1810

American Federal Mahogany & Satinwood Butler's Desk with Paw Feet. NY, C. 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

American Federal mahogany butler's desk with a carved molded edge, three upper drawers with original brass knobs, sliding fall front interior desk with Satinwood drawers and pigeon h...

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1810s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

American Federal Period Mahogany Secretary Chest with Eagle Inlay, New England
American Federal Period Mahogany Secretary Chest with Eagle Inlay, New England

American Federal Period Mahogany Secretary Chest with Eagle Inlay, New England

Located in Norwood, NJ

A handsome American Federal period mahogany secretary chest, stylistically attributable to New England, (possibly Boston or Salem, Massachusetts), circa 1800–1820. The piece reflects...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

18th Century Federal Oak Corner Cabinet / Cupboard
18th Century Federal Oak Corner Cabinet / Cupboard

18th Century Federal Oak Corner Cabinet / Cupboard

Located in Germantown, MD

A late 18th Century Federal Oak Corner Cabinet / cupboard. Measures 26.75" in width, 14.75" in depth, 36.75" in height. Side is 17.5" in depth.  

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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Federal Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Chest
Federal Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Chest

Federal Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Chest

Located in Germantown, MD

Beautiful hand crafted Federal Style Brass Inlaid Mahogany Chest. Great brass inlays. Measures 24" in with, 17" in depth and stands 18" tall.

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Mid-20th Century Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

18th century Virginia inlaid walnut desk
18th century Virginia inlaid walnut desk

18th century Virginia inlaid walnut desk

Located in Richmond, VA

Great period Virginia inlaid walnut slant front desk with a family history of being made in Rockingham County. Nice proportions, incredible color and beautifully executed interior.

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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Poplar, Walnut

18th Century Continental Mahogany Ten-Drawers Tall Lingery Chest of Drawers
18th Century Continental Mahogany Ten-Drawers Tall Lingery Chest of Drawers

18th Century Continental Mahogany Ten-Drawers Tall Lingery Chest of Drawers

Located in Germantown, MD

A rare 18th Century Continental Mahogany Narrow Ten-Drawers Tall Chest of Drawers, very appropriate for hosiery or Jewel with proper lining. Measures 54" in height, 16" in width and ...

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18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Wood Federal Style Credenza / Sideboard
Antique Mahogany Wood Federal Style Credenza / Sideboard

Antique Mahogany Wood Federal Style Credenza / Sideboard

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Elevate your dining space with this exquisite Early 19th Century Mahogany Wood Federal Style Sideboard/Credenza with a charming backsplash over a shaped top. Crafted in the distingui...

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1820s Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Huge Partners Desk
Huge Partners Desk

Huge Partners Desk

$5,995 / item

Huge Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

This is the Huge Partners Desk in the Niagara Furniture collection. This desk behemoth matches a number of other pieces which we produce. The fantastic solid mahogany top frame is in...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Tall Chest Of Drawers
Antique Tall Chest Of Drawers

Antique Tall Chest Of Drawers

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A handsome Antique Chest with fine traditional form and good color. Antique tall chest of drawers with three over two over four graduated drawers. T...

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19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Small Federal Mahogany Sideboard
Small Federal Mahogany Sideboard

Small Federal Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Annville, PA

An ideal sideboard for use in smaller spaces in the dining room this version of the Small Federal Mahogany Sideboard is also designed to wor...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Period Massachusetts Mahogany Secretary Desk with Cylinder Tambour
Federal Period Massachusetts Mahogany Secretary Desk with Cylinder Tambour

Federal Period Massachusetts Mahogany Secretary Desk with Cylinder Tambour

Located in Milford, NH

A fine example of a Federal mahogany two part secretary desk, with a dentil molded cornice surmounting an upper bookcase with two 16 pane glazed glass doors with satinwood line inlay, opening to three interior shelves, over a lower case with a cylinder tambour, opening to a compartmentalized interior with central open valanced cubbies flanked by eight fitted drawers over a felted writing surface and three long drawers with flame mahogany bookmatched veneers, line inlay, and punched oval brasses, and dovetailed construction, all supported by four splayed feet. This splendid secretary desk most likely is of MA origin and dates to circa 1790-1810 and is in very good condition, with some surface & shelf restorations, minor escutcheon and surface losses, as well as light wear commensurate with age and use. Includes a 2001 bill of...

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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany and Satinwood Demilune Cabinet, Refinished
Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany and Satinwood Demilune Cabinet, Refinished

Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany and Satinwood Demilune Cabinet, Refinished

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Federal or Hepplewhite style demilune cabinet or sideboard By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Flame mahogany, with satinwood banding and inlay, and original brass ...

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1980s American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Duncan Phyfe Style 5 Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Chest
Duncan Phyfe Style 5 Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Chest

Duncan Phyfe Style 5 Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Chest

By B. F. Huntley Co.

Located in Pasadena, TX

This finely crafted 5 drawer chest is made by Huntley Furniture Co. It's made of ribbon mahogany in the Duncan Phyfe style. It has gingerbreading along the top and a wheat carving on...

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1940s American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers
Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers

Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers

Located in Germantown, MD

A Federal Style Bowfront Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers. All drawers opening and closing smoothly Measures 32" in width", 19" in depth and 32" in height. ...

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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Mahogany Federal Carved Corner Cabinet East Tennessee 1820
Antique American Mahogany Federal Carved Corner Cabinet East Tennessee 1820

Antique American Mahogany Federal Carved Corner Cabinet East Tennessee 1820

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique American carved mahogany late Federal period corner cabinet, East Tennessee, circa 1820. The cabinet with a twin 'Swan's Neck' pediment to the top with carved rosettes...

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1820s Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany, Glass

19th Century American Federal Secretary, Seymour School, Boston
19th Century American Federal Secretary, Seymour School, Boston

19th Century American Federal Secretary, Seymour School, Boston

By John & Thomas Seymour

Located in Essex, MA

Important American Federal Period Secretary. School of John and Thomas Seymour, Boston, circa 1820. Mahogany and Mahogany Veneered Case on Pine Secondary Wood. Two Gothic Fenestra...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Baker Furniture Federal Birdseye Maple Sideboard Credenza
Baker Furniture Federal Birdseye Maple Sideboard Credenza

Baker Furniture Federal Birdseye Maple Sideboard Credenza

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style sideboard, credenza, or console By Baker Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Birdseye maple, with carved details and original brass hardware. ...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Very Fine Antique Secretary Bookcase with Brass Eagle Crest
Very Fine Antique Secretary Bookcase with Brass Eagle Crest

Very Fine Antique Secretary Bookcase with Brass Eagle Crest

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Well constructed with fine mahogany veneer with Federal style brass eagle finial on a pedestal. The carved cornice with urn form finials over a carv...

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Late 19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Glass, Mahogany

Unique Cocktail Cabinet, Dry Bar, Saks Fifth Ave
Unique Cocktail Cabinet, Dry Bar, Saks Fifth Ave

Unique Cocktail Cabinet, Dry Bar, Saks Fifth Ave

Located in Woodbury, CT

Rear and possibly unique federal style cocktail cabinet. Crotch veneer, mahogany with string inlay, original brass hardware signed by maker. Original removable tray, tapered leg with...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Tiger Maple Tall Chest, American 18th Century
Tiger Maple Tall Chest, American 18th Century

Tiger Maple Tall Chest, American 18th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

A primitive and early New England tall chest with 5 graduated drawers, in tiger maple, circa 1790, in original finish and original brass hardware. Unusual sawbuck sides and dovetail...

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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Neoclassical Federal Pedestal Sideboard in Mahogany, circa 1815
Neoclassical Federal Pedestal Sideboard in Mahogany, circa 1815

Neoclassical Federal Pedestal Sideboard in Mahogany, circa 1815

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very long and elegant American Federal, pedestal sideboard in mahogany with mahogany inlaid bandings along the borders. Inspired by the classical architecture of ancient Greece and...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Federal case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

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