ENGLISH CARVED OAK CHEST ON STAND.17th century, with alterations, in two parts. The upper case with rectangular plank top above carved cove-molded edge, ribboned and flowerhead carved frieze drawer, over two aligned carved drawers with similar carved deeper long drawer, now fitted with drop-front and shelved interior with writing surface, above similar, but more shallow fitted drawer. The lower case having carved molded-edge trim with shaped apron. Similar carving and two drawers centering a carved panel, on turned feet. - 48 in. x 38 1/4 in. x 24 3/4 in. Estimate $900-1,000
Top with restoration to one board, left top drawer with loss to small molded edge section, deep long drawer with later conversion, lower long drawer also converted later. Partial molding loss to lower left corner of upper case, and right corner of lower case with molding loss.
