Posted 9 years ago
GACH
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"Trash picked" this dresser. Beautiful curly/tiger maple. Need help to identify style, possible age. Any thoughts are apprecitated. Thank You!
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Posted 9 years ago
GACH
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"Trash picked" this dresser. Beautiful curly/tiger maple. Need help to identify style, possible age. Any thoughts are apprecitated. Thank You!
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BEAUTIFUL!! American Empire chest that dates from about 1830s- 1850s.
The maple really stands out against the cherry base. I have a several similar pieces. Great solid furniture that will last several more lifetimes!
Probably had full feet at one time, but looks good as it sits.
These used to bring good money but they are not in vogue now.
scott
Suggest you move your last picture to the lead picture and you will get more attention.
scott
Thank You! Knew it was special. Not worried about it not being in vogue, no plans to part with it. Didn't realize the main dresser wasn't first, thanks for the moving rec!
Glad to help out.
These early chests really stand the test of time. I have several that we use regularly and they hold up very well-- just show the character of 150+ years of life!
Now is the time to buy these (at give away prices)-- opinions will change and over time, they will become desirable again.
Glad you saved this one from the trash!
scott
Amazing what people can trash... Your find is beautiful and I thinks these lines are timeless :-)
Welcome to CW!
The layout is similar to Scottish chests of the period.
Yep-- the Empire style caught on in many countries in the mid 19th century.
scott