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Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger | June 24, 2026

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Rare and masterful forms are the hallmark of the collection, offering bidders the chance to own the very best. Key lots include a Federal painted worktable, a Newport, RI, Chippendale drop leaf table attributed to John Townsend, a matching Massachusetts Queen Anne high chest and dressing table, a pair of labeled 1803 Federal eglomise mirrors, important pottery by John Bell and Henry Adam, two exceptional nests of early Nantucket baskets, portraits by Maentel, St. Memin, and Boudon, among others.
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Lot 544

Fine Massachusetts Chippendale Mahogany Block Front Chest of Drawers

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
Starting Bid
$7,500

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Boston, circa 1770, retains old surface in dark brown, four graduated drawers with original large scale batwing brasses, apron with pendant drop, bracket feet with shaped returns, white pine secondary wood, 31-3/4 x 35-3/4 x 21-1/4 in., case width 32-1/4 in.

Provenance: Ethel B. Cole Antiques, East Greenwich, Rhode Island; Arthur B. and Martha Lisle, East Greenwich, Rhode Island; Collection of the Rhode Island School of Design; Sold Sotheby’s, New York, January 26, 2020 lot 1626; Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger

Literature: This lot is illustrated in Christopher P. Monkhouse and Thomas S. Michie, American Furniture in Pendleton House, (Providence: Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, 1986), pp. 62-3, no. 10.

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Ethel B. Cole Antiques, East Greenwich, Rhode Island; Arthur B. and Martha Lisle, East Greenwich, Rhode Island; Collection of the Rhode Island School of Design; Sold Sotheby’s, New York, January 26, 2020 lot 1626; Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger

in a fine state of preservation, fine old mellow surface, all original aside from typical drawer restorations, with typical distress, scratches, and edgewear, two possible burn marks to top and one to side, proper left front foot and proper right rear foot facings each with repair to break, proper left rear foot facing with small patch Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.