(Set) Exquisite 1948 Drexel “Travis Court” Federal Revival Sideboard & China Cabinet

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Exquisite 1948 Drexel “Travis Court” Federal Revival Sideboard & China Cabinet. Crafted during Drexel’s golden era, this set showcases Hepplewhite … Read more Exquisite 1948 Drexel “Travis Court” Federal Revival Sideboard & China Cabinet. Crafted during Drexel’s golden era, this set showcases Hepplewhite serpentine fronts, Sheraton legs, and rich post‑war mahogany. Sideboard (Model 407) and China Cabinet (Model 203) retain their original brass hardware, dovetailed joinery, and elegant neoclassical proportions. A rare, museum‑worthy matched pair from Drexel’s premier traditional line. Build quality is exceptional. Perfect for refined interiors, collectors, or period‑correct projects.

Set was crafted May 24, 1948 and May 6, 1948 respectively and in excellent condition.
The sideboard features curved front drawers and rich mahogany surfaces. The china cabinet includes curved drawer fronts, brass hardware, glass display doors, lower storage compartments and rich mahogany surfaces, all retaining their original integrity. Both pieces are structurally excellent, with tight joinery, smooth drawer action, intact glass, and age‑appropriate wear consistent with 75 years of careful use.

Both pieces retain their original 1948 Drexel factory stenciling, including model numbers (“NO. 241 BUFF” and “NO. 203 CHINA”), finish codes, and production dates (“5/24/48” and “5/6/48”). These markings are consistent with Drexel’s Travis Court Federal Revival line and serve as reliable manufacturer identifiers used by collectors and appraisers when paper labels are no longer present.

Please excuse the messy floors, etc. in the photos, as I'm having work done in the house and packing to move.

WOOD IDENTIFICATION:
Sideboard: Solid mahogany legs and drawer fronts; mahogany veneer on top and curved sections; birch/poplar/gumwood drawer interiors.
China Cabinet: Solid mahogany frame and door rails; mahogany veneer on shelves and curved drawer faces; poplar/gumwood interior panels.
This construction is correct for premium 1940s Drexel.

MEASUREMENTS:
• China Cabinet: 39 x 14 x 69.5
• Sideboard: 60 x 21.25 x 36.5

PROVENANCE:
• Maker: Drexel Furniture Company, North Carolina, USA
• Line: Travis Court Collection
• Suite: Federal Revival
• Sideboard: Model 407, stamped 5/24/48
• China Cabinet: Model 203, stamped 5/6/48
• Materials: Mahogany/ birch /poplar /gumwood brass hardware, glass panels
• Construction: Dovetail joinery, Hepplewhite serpentine profile, Sheraton legs
• Condition: Excellent Vintage

CONDITION SYNOPSIS:
• Finish: Uniform sheen, no major scratches, no water rings
• Hardware: Original brass pulls present and intact
• Glass: No cracks or clouding
• Drawers: Dovetails tight, no warping, interiors clean
• Doors: Proper alignment, no sagging
• Legs: No cracks, breaks, or repairs
• Structural integrity: Solid, no wobble
• Wear: Age appropriate with very minor scuffs consistent with 75+ years

CLEANING GUIDE:
• Dust with a clean microfiber cloth.
• Mix a safe solution: 90% distilled water + 10% Murphy Oil Soap.
• Lightly dampen cloth (never wet) and wipe with the grain.
• Immediately dry with a second cloth.
• For brass hardware: use a tiny amount of mild dish soap + water; avoid metal polish.
• For shine: apply a small amount of Howard Feed-N-Wax let sit 20 minutes, buff gently.
• Never use Pledge, Old English, or silicone polishes—they damage vintage finishes.
• Avoid alcohol, Windex, or anything ammonia based.
• Keep pieces out of direct sunlight during cleaning.

I'm not willing to separate the set as they belonged to my grandparents and purchased in late 1948 from Conroe Furniture in Conroe, TX.

*******LOCAL PICKUP IN KATY, TX ONLY. BUYER IS WELCOME TO ARRANGE THEIR OWN FREIGHT OR WHITE-GLOVE SHIPPING SERVICE. BUYER MUST HANDLE ALL SCHEDULING, PACKING, INSURANCE AND TRANSPORT. I will assist with safe loading at pickup but I DO NOT PROVIDE SHIPPING SERVICES. Recommended options for buyers: UShip, Plycon, or Chairish White Glove (buyer-arranged only). *******

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