MASSACHUSETTS CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY REVERSE SERPENTINE-FRONT CHEST-OF-DRAWERS,Late 18th century. Molded-edge top projecting over conforming case fitted with four graduated long drawers on molded base; claw-and-ball feet - 33 in. x 39 in. x 20 1/2 in. Estimate $1,500-2,500
PROVENANCE: Estate of William L. Martin, Washington, DC Purchased from F.J. Carey III, Penllyn, PA, in January 1994
Good usable condition having been freshly restored
Light scattered abrasions in particular at top and feet; later hardware
