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CHIPPENDALE TOMBSTONE-PANEL SHRANK

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
Very successful proportions for a large case piece. The matchstick molded edge below the bold cornice is a wonderful feature, and the inset tombstone panels with molded edges above geometric inset panels give the piece depth. The shrank is supported by well-formed ogee bracket feet and offers all the great features: form, condition and surface, and outstanding cabinetry.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Pennsylvania
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Walnut, poplar and pine secondary
Condition:	Good. No replacements: original throughout, including hardware, interior shelves, pegs and glue blocks. Old refinished surface retains a rich color.
Creation Date:	ca. 1770-1785
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Chippendale
Dealer Reference #:	F-CP-CB 001
Incollect Reference #:	359134

Dimensions

W.	79.5 in;	H.	91 in;	D.	26 in;
W.	201.93 cm;	H.	231.14 cm;	D.	66.04 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.