By Levi N. Leland, Grafton, Massachusetts (Based on an identical chest with maker’s label)
Double scrolled conjoined backsplashes centered by matchstick molded plinths over three short drawers over a pair of deep short drawers flanked by inset reverse painted [eglomise] panels – beneath which are turned ebonized columns continuing to turned feet; joining a matchstick-molded apron conforming to columns and case sides.
Item Date: 1820-1830
Measurement: Height: 53.5"; Width: 43.75"; Depth: 20.5"
Material: Mahogany, veneer, white pine, fire gilt brass hardware, eglomise panels
Item Condition: Fine original condition
Provenance: A very old label glued to drawer interior states that “This bureau was formally owned by Silas Furbush, born in Grafton May 19 – 1766. Given to his daughter Nancy Forbush on her wedding day in the year 1823 – Given to her daughter Nancy Mariaon her wedding day Oct. 18 -1849 -.
Price: $3,850
SKU 1288-22
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