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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
Antique Federal Era Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820
Antique Federal Era Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820

Antique Federal Era Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820

Located in Peabody, MA

Federal Period bow front chest of drawers in mahogany, ca. 1820. It features beaded drawer fronts, oval brasses, whalebone escutcheons and French bracket feet. This style became popu...

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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal-style Mahogany Demilune Sideboard
Federal-style Mahogany Demilune Sideboard

Federal-style Mahogany Demilune Sideboard

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is an American Federal-style mahogany demilune sideboard, a piece handsome enough in proportions and detailing to be part of the Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room. That sp...

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Early 20th Century Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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

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Mahogany

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

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Mahogany

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

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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

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Wood

Baker Historic Charleston Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest
Baker Historic Charleston Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest

Baker Historic Charleston Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A high-quality Federal-style reproduction from the renowned Baker Furniture Company. Part of the "Historic Charleston" collection, it is crafted from mahogany and features distinctiv...

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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

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

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 Indonesian Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

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

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

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Oak

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

Oval Partners Desk
Oval Partners Desk

Oval Partners Desk

$5,035 / item

Oval Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

One of the most complicated items that we produce at Niagara furniture our Oval Partners Desk is also one of the most popular. The top section of the desk consists of a three-paneled...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Mahogany

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

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests
Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mahogany and figured mahogany nightstand, the reeded edge bowfront top with protruding corners with leaf carved and reeded uprights, with three graduated drawers with verdigris bra...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

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

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Brass

Mahogany Partners Desk
Mahogany Partners Desk

Mahogany Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

A fine quality Mahogany Partners Desk from Niagara Furniture with raised door panels and a rich brown color finish similar to that found in English antiques. The three-paneled writin...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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

Federal Mahogany Tall Gentleman's Chest
Federal Mahogany Tall Gentleman's Chest

Federal Mahogany Tall Gentleman's Chest

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Federal style mahogany and figured mahogany Gentleman's chest of drawers, the bowfront reeded edge top with protruding corners above leaf carved capital and reeded column supports,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Federal Period Mahogany Chest on Chest with Original Lion Head Brasses, American
Federal Period Mahogany Chest on Chest with Original Lion Head Brasses, American

Federal Period Mahogany Chest on Chest with Original Lion Head Brasses, American

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A finely proportioned American Federal period chest on chest, crafted in richly figured mahogany and dating to circa 1800. This elegant two-part form features a graduated arrangement...

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Early 19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Banded Mahogany Partners Desk
Banded Mahogany Partners Desk

Banded Mahogany Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

This beautiful Banded Mahogany Partners Desk is crafted as an antique reproduction. The figural mahogany in the drawer and door panels displays a rich color and a fine grain that are...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Butlers Desk
Federal Butlers Desk

Federal Butlers Desk

Located in East Aurora, NY

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

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Mahogany

Burled Partners Desk
Burled Partners Desk

Burled Partners Desk

Located in Annville, PA

This beautiful burled partners desk by Niagara Furniture is crafted as an antique reproduction. The fine quality veneers in the drawer and door panels displays a rich color similar t...

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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Wood

American Federal Style Mahogany Inlaid Decorated Credenzas / Sideboard
American Federal Style Mahogany Inlaid Decorated Credenzas / Sideboard

American Federal Style Mahogany Inlaid Decorated Credenzas / Sideboard

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Elevate your dining area with this Beautiful Mahogany Wood Server, exquisitely crafted in the American Federal style. This server is not just a functional piece; it's a work of art, ...

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Early 20th Century North American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Five-Drawer Chest
Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Five-Drawer Chest

Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Five-Drawer Chest

Located in Germantown, MD

A Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Features 3 full drawers and two half drawers, all dovetail built and smoothly operating. Measures 35.25" in width, 21" in de...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Federal Bow Front 12 Drawers Dresser MINT
Mahogany Federal Bow Front 12 Drawers Dresser MINT

Mahogany Federal Bow Front 12 Drawers Dresser MINT

By Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mahogany Federal Bow Front 12 Drawers Dresser MINT

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20th Century American 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

Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press
Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press

Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Baker Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Mahogany, with original brass hardware. Measu...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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

Very Fine Custom c1940s Bubble Glass Drop Front Butlers Desk Break Front MINT
Very Fine Custom c1940s Bubble Glass Drop Front Butlers Desk Break Front MINT

Very Fine Custom c1940s Bubble Glass Drop Front Butlers Desk Break Front MINT

Very Fine Custom c1940s Bubble Glass Drop Front Butlers Desk Break Front MINT. Phenomenal quality piece of furniture, fine detail low key inlay decorations.

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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Glass, Mahogany

American Federal Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard with Tapered Cuffed Legs, C. 1810
American Federal Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard with Tapered Cuffed Legs, C. 1810

American Federal Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard with Tapered Cuffed Legs, C. 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

American Federal mahogany bow front sideboard with three frieze drawers over central hinged cabinet doors, flanking hinged doors with fitted interior single drawers, period brasses, ...

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1810s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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

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Mahogany

Antique American Painted Pine Federal Country Corner Cabinet Pennsylvania 1820
Antique American Painted Pine Federal Country Corner Cabinet Pennsylvania 1820

Antique American Painted Pine Federal Country Corner Cabinet Pennsylvania 1820

Located in Portland, OR

A good Antique American early 19th century Federal period painted and grain painted freestanding country corner cabinet, Pennsylvania, circa 1820. The cabinet having a stepped cornic...

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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Pine, Paint

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

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

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

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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

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Brass

Antique Ca. 1820 Federal Era Trompe L'oeil Painted Chest
Antique Ca. 1820 Federal Era Trompe L'oeil Painted Chest

Antique Ca. 1820 Federal Era Trompe L'oeil Painted Chest

Located in Peabody, MA

American Federal era chest of drawers in its original trompe l’oeil mustard painted finish, ca. 1820.

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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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

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