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Philadelphia Federal Wardrobe / Armoire in West Indies Mahogany c. !820

$35,000
£26,576.33
€30,392.02
CA$48,900.08
A$54,387.56
CHF 28,399.49
MX$661,838.73
NOK 362,704.86
SEK 340,153.17
DKK 226,827.27
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An exceptional American Federal wardrobe from Philadelphia in fine West Indies mahogany. Features split cylindrical columns with elaborate acanthus-carved Corinthian capitals flanking doors with book matched, crotch-mahogany panels. The stepped ogee-style crown molding, too, is expertly book matched, along with the concave base board molding that is embellished with a gadrooned edge. The wardrobe rests on carved acanthus foliage that terminate with lion's paw feet in the front and turned feet in the back. All carvings are from solid West Indies mahogany, with crotch and book-matched mahogany veneers, with mahogany and poplar as the secondary woods. Interior offers an original center divider with two drawers and shelving. Each of the two sides of the wardrobe open to a cabinet with interior shelves. Interior is 20" deep which is deep enough for hanging clothes, an easy option with the removal of the shelves (see photograph). Comes with working locks and three keys. This American masterpiece is a collector's item showcasing high level of design and craftsmanship with extremely well-articulated and executed carvings and veneer work. Wardrobe disassembles for easy transport and installation. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1820. 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. Measures: 72" wide (80 3/4" at crown) x 26" deep (interior depth 20") x 94" high
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 94 in (238.76 cm)Width: 80.75 in (205.11 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Federal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Repaired: Wardrobe was expertly restored in our workshop where small missing parts of carvings & moldings were re-carved & small pieces of missing veneers were replaced. Shelving is more recent; drawer & center divider appear to be original. Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally restored and French-polished in our workshop.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU988137845642

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