Antique Chip-Carved Tramp Art Dresser With Mirror/Folk Art

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Antique Chip-Carved Tramp Art Dresser with Mirror

Size: 17.5”H x 10.38”W x 7.3”D

A compact, tabletop dresser in the Tramp … Read more Antique Chip-Carved Tramp Art Dresser with Mirror

Size: 17.5”H x 10.38”W x 7.3”D

A compact, tabletop dresser in the Tramp Art style, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The piece is constructed using the characteristic chip-carving method, creating a layered, geometric surface.

The primary features include:

A central mirror with a heavily carved frame.

Two long, small drawers at the top.

Two larger, primary drawers below.

Chip-carved leaf motifs applied to both sides.

Notable historical details:

The original cigar box labels remain attached inside the larger drawers.

One drawer interior is lined with antique design paper.

The dresser has a dark, aged patina and is in good, stable condition. All wear is consistent with its age. A collectible example of American folk art.

Condition: Structurally sound. Surface shows expected scuffs, minor cracks, and wear. Mirror glass is original with minor imperfections. A small piece of the carved detail is missing on the top drawer. This could have also been how the artist created it. See less