Lot 258

Fine Classical Figured Mahogany Dresser

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

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
attributed to Boston, 1810-1820, figured mahogany with gilt brass finials, pulls, and mounts, rotating mirror over four graduated long drawers, flanked by columns, large leaf and flower decorated drawer pulls, dovetailed construction with white pine secondary, 75 x 47 x 22 in.; Provenance: The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

good condition overall, shrinkage cracks to top and sides with later braces at underside and some associated retouch and repair, probably original brasses, scattered minor veneer cracks and flaws, minor distress to silvering on mirror plate (possibly original, not removed for exam), other typical minor surface distress
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