Large American Mid-Atlantic Diamond Inlaid Federal Chest of Drawers, Mahogany and Cherry
Large American Mid-Atlantic Diamond Inlaid Federal Chest of Drawers, Mahogany and Cherry
An American Federal chest of drawers with unusual triple diamond string inlay across the top drawer, inspired by English Regency inlaid furniture; the case resting on outswept French feet. The drawers are of a pale golden cherry with a lustrous ripple to the timber carried through, top to bottom. The darker mahogany veneered case front gives the piece a subtle two tone contrast, some slightly burled timber giving the mahogany some liveliness, especially in the cupid’s bow apron. Early 19th century. Good antique condition with a couple of small restorations, the cherry top with marks, old stains mainly at the front right corner. The top is dovetailed to the sides, the back with an overhang to allow for a chair rail. Antique brass hardware of appropriate form, possibly original, with washers added.
H: 45 ½ W: 44 D: 21
$3,600