American & Southern | March 13, 2025
Thu, Mar 13, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1252
American Chippendale Inlaid Walnut Lift Top Chest with Maryland History
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
probably Maryland, 18th century, the front with inlaid initials "HD", possibly for Henry Dodson of Talbot County, hinged lid with open interior with lidded till, poplar bottom board, original shaped bracket feet, 16 x 38 x 16-1/4 in.
Provenance: Accompanied by letter dated 1929, "The walnut chest you bought was brought to this country from England in 1732 by Henry Doddson? who settled in Talbot County. The chest goes back beyond this date." The letter is from George W. Carey, Headquarters for Antique Furniture, St. Michael's, Maryland. While the origin is clearly incorrect, the Maryland history and family name associated with this chest are likely accurate.
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Accompanied by letter dated 1929, "The walnut chest you bought was brought to this country from England in 1732 by Henry Doddson? who settled in Talbot County. The chest goes back beyond this date." The letter is from George W. Carey, Headquarters for Antique Furniture, St. Michael's, Maryland. While the origin is clearly incorrect, the Maryland history and family name associated with this chest are likely accurate.
Very good condition, some cracks and minor repairs to lid, original feet with minor wear and repairs
