MASSACHUSETTS CHIPPENDALE OXBOW CHEST OF DRAWERS,18th century. Reverse serpentine molded-edge top projecting over conforming case fitted with four graduated long drawers on molded base and claw-and-ball feet - 33 in. x 39 in. x 20 1/2 in. Estimate $5,000-10,000
PROVENANCE: Estate of William L. Martin, Washington, DC Purchased from F.J. Carey III, Penllyn, PA, in January 1994
Overall very good condition: The surface has been refinished; escutcheons presently missing; hardware has been replaced over the years; loss of pendant drop on apron; minor intermittent surface abrasions; backboards probably replaced