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Fine Art & Decorative Works Day 2

Sat, Jan 17, 2015 09:00AM EST - Sun, Jan 18, 2015 09:00AM EST
Lot 469

Fine Southern Federal Inlaid Mahogany

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

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Bow-Front Chest attributed to Norfolk area of Virginia, circa 1800, dense figured mahogany throughout with poplar and yellow pine secondary, four dovetailed and graduated drawers, probably original brass pulls, patera-inlaid skirt and French feet, 38-1/2 x 40-1/2 x 22-1/2 in., skirt restored and some patches and repairs to feet by David Beckford, otherwise excellent condition with typical surface wear and flaws, cracks at top, case sides and one front foot and patch at the other front foot, (photo of chest pre-conservation accompanies lot). Provenance: Private Collection, Saluda, North Carolina

Condition

skirt restored and some patches and repairs to feet by David Beckford, otherwise excellent condition with typical surface wear and flaws, cracks at top, case sides and one front foot and patch at the other front foot, (photo of chest pre-conservation accompanies lot)