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CHIPPENDALE CHEST ON CHEST Made by Benjamin Ross

Creator: Benjamin Ross
Offered by: Levy Galleries

Description
Inscribed “Mr. Rofs, Joiner” on its Top Board
Made by Benjamin Ross (Died 1775)
Boston, Circa 1770

Primary Wood: Mahogany
Secondary Woods: White Pine, Oak Drawer Interiors in Desk

Provenance: Ex. Collection: Francis P. Garvan, New York.

Reference: Illustrated in American Art Association – Anderson Galleries, Inc., Selection from the Collections of Francis P. Garvan, January 1931, pages 280-281, lot 400.

Myrna Kaye lists Benjamin Ross as a cabinetmaker in “Boston Furniture Craftsmen” in Boston Furniture of the Eighteenth Century. Although little is currently known of Benjamin Ross’ career and life he certainly was one of the leading cabinet-makers in Boston in the third quarter of the 18th century. Of particular interest on this chest on chest is the original set of fire gilt rococo brasses.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Mahogany, Pine, Oak.
Creation Date:	1770
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Chippendale
Dealer Reference #:	6582.1
Incollect Reference #:	356828

Dimensions

W.	37.75 in;	H.	87 in;	D.	20.75 in;
W.	95.89 cm;	H.	220.98 cm;	D.	52.71 cm;

Message from Seller:

For over 100 years, and spanning four generations, the Levy family has been involved in the field of top quality Americana. We have been fortunate to work with many of the top private and public collections throughout the world. This is only an introduction to our varied collections of Americana and objects of American interest. We invite you to visit our New York City loft space in Chelsea filled with fine examples of American furniture, silver, ceramics, needlework and painting.

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