Kittinger “Old Dominion” Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Williamsburg Revival, Handcrafted in Buffalo Ny, Circa 1950–1970

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There are few American furniture makers whose name immediately signals uncompromising craftsmanship, historic authenticity, and enduring investment quality—Kittinger is firmly … Read more There are few American furniture makers whose name immediately signals uncompromising craftsmanship, historic authenticity, and enduring investment quality—Kittinger is firmly among them. This exceptional mahogany chest from Kittinger’s revered “Old Dominion” collection embodies the company’s lifelong dedication to recreating the elegance of early American furniture for the modern interior.
Handcrafted in Buffalo, New York, and produced primarily during the mid-20th century (circa 1950–1970), the Old Dominion line drew inspiration from 18th-century Colonial Williamsburg and Southern Federal prototypes. Kittinger was uniquely qualified for this work, having been selected in 1937 as the official furniture supplier to Colonial Williamsburg, where they reproduced historically accurate pieces using original construction techniques.
This chest reflects those standards at every level:
Solid mahogany construction with rich, luminous grain
Traditional dovetail joinery, visible throughout the drawers
Classic brass bail hardware, historically appropriate in form and scale
Sophisticated layout featuring two upper half-drawers over four full-width graduated drawers, offering both visual balance and practical storage
Gracefully shaped bracket base, echoing period 18th-century forms
The proportions—46.5 inches high and 40 inches wide—give the piece presence without overwhelming a room, making it ideal for both traditional and transitional interiors
The Story — Why Designers and Collectors Seek Kittinger
Kittinger represents the pinnacle of American heritage furniture manufacturing. Their pieces were never mass-market commodities—they were purchased by discerning collectors, diplomats, and prominent homes seeking authenticity and permanence.
This chest offers that rare combination:
Historical pedigree
Investment-grade craftsmanship
Immediate usability
And unmistakable visual authority
It is furniture designed to last generations, not decades.
For designers, Kittinger provides what newer furniture cannot—soul, credibility, and gravitas.
from the "Old Dominion" collection, with two half-drawers over four full-width drawers, 46 1/2 x 40 x 20 in. See less