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19th Century American Inlaid Bowfront Chest of Drawers

Offered by: Antique and Art Exchange

Description
This bowfront chest features four gracefully curved drawers with inlaid banding that frames each front, topped by a projecting cornice that echoes the piece's elegant proportions. Cast brass ring pulls and lock escutcheons accent the warm mahogany facade, while the splayed bracket feet provide stability and visual interest characteristic of refined Federal design.
Circa 19th century, this antique reflects American Federal style furniture making, a tradition that emphasized geometric inlay work and restrained ornamentation. The bowfront form, popular from the 1790s onward, was a hallmark of skilled cabinetmakers who valued both structural integrity and aesthetic refinement. If you'd like to learn more about our products, please visit our university page for more information.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good. Good overall condition.
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	30400
Incollect Reference #:	844071

Dimensions

W.	39.25 in;	H.	35.5 in;	D.	21.5 in;
W.	99.7 cm;	H.	90.17 cm;	D.	54.61 cm;

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