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1820s Pennsylvania Figured Cherry Bowfront Chest of Drawers - Lancaster / Philadelphia
An exceptional early 19th-century Pennsylvania Federal period bowfront …
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1820s Pennsylvania Figured Cherry Bowfront Chest of Drawers - Lancaster / Philadelphia
An exceptional early 19th-century Pennsylvania Federal period bowfront chest of drawers (circa 1820s), likely originating from Lancaster County or Philadelphia. Built with a solid cherry case and stunning, highly figured cherry drawer fronts over all white pine secondary woods.
Craftsmanship & Construction
Timber & Figuring: Features four sweeping bowfront drawers crafted from hand-selected figured cherry veneer over laminated bow-cut drawers, with a deep, warm amber patina.
Secondary Woods: Period-correct all white pine secondary construction, featuring fine hand-cut dovetails.
Details & Profile: Framed with delicate cockbeading around drawer openings, brass keyhole escutcheons, and resting on crisp turned legs.
Dimensions:
Width: 40.75 in. (40 3/4”)
Depth: 23.0 in. (23”)
Height: 41.75 in. (41 3/4”)
Condition: Antique condition showing minor, honest age-appropriate wear, light scuffs, and historical finish character consistent with over 200 years of use. Chest was likely refinished 75 years ago. Structurally sound with smooth-gliding drawers and clean white pine interiors. some use and wear marks to the bottom board supporting the lowermost drawer. Brass knobs are replacements. The escutcheons appear original. No key.
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- Dimensions
- 40.75ʺW × 23ʺD × 41.75ʺH
- Styles
- Federal
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Cherry Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Amber
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Antique condition showing minor, honest age-appropriate wear, light scuffs, and historical finish character consistent with over 200 years of … moreCondition: Antique condition showing minor, honest age-appropriate wear, light scuffs, and historical finish character consistent with over 200 years of use. Chest was likely refinished 75 years ago. Structurally sound with smooth-gliding drawers and clean white pine interiors. some use and wear marks to the bottom board supporting the lowermost drawer. Brass knobs are replacements. The escutcheons appear original. No key. less
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