Vintage Baker Chippendale Style Burl Flip Top Server Chest

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Here we have a lovely vintage eight drawer flip top serving chest. This one is made by Baker Furniture and … Read more Here we have a lovely vintage eight drawer flip top serving chest. This one is made by Baker Furniture and features beautiful burl dovetailed drawers, solid brass Chippendale hardware and pull-out support brackets with a flip top serving area. Two of the drawers are double depth which can be used for taller items. I used this in my dining area to store napkins, napkin rings, candles and other miscellaneous table ware. However this chest would make wonderful storage nearly anywhere, equally suitable in the office, as a nightstand, entry chest or end table.

PLEASE NOTE: While this serving chest is in very good condition, it is NOT perfect. There are a few scratches on the main top surface, please examine pics. The surface of the flip top serving area (when opened) is darn near perfect but it is darker than the exposed top which has faded (evenly) a bit over the decades. Also, there are a few small stains in the some of the drawers. The lacquer clear coat has worn off the handles. As such, the brass is tarnishing on the bail pulls. There some very minor dents/dings, some veneer loss (mostly on the base) and corner rubs. Also what appears to be veneer repair to the left back bracket foot (see pic). I purchased two different Baker cabinets from the same estate and both pieces have similar wear on the bracket feet. Perhaps an overzealous housekeeper, who knows? These imperfections don't bother me, but they are mentioned for accuracy in case they potentially bother you. I tried to photograph the issues, please examine the magnified pics and feel free to ask questions.

Measures 35.25 inches wide and 16.5 inches deep and 30.25 inches high (WHEN THE TOP IS CLOSED). The top is 34 inches wide by 32.125 inches deep when the top is OPENED.

Made in America, superb quality. This handsome chest is clean and solid with many years of service left... thanks for looking!!! See less