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Rhode Island Empire Butler's Chest of Drawers with Desk in Mahogany, circa 1825

About the Item

A beautiful example of an early American Empire chest with full-column front and stand-up butlers desk. Provides ample storage as a chest of drawers, and doubles as a secretary with additional small drawers in the interior. Rests on well-articulated lion's paw feet with carved acanthus. Has original removable, back-splash. Mahogany is of very high quality. Restored and French-polished, with new tooled black-leather writing surface. Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible. Measures: 52 1/2" wide x 24" deep x 65" high to top of back splash (52 1/4" high without back splash); 33 3/4" high from floor to writing surface.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 65 in (165.1 cm)Width: 52.5 in (133.35 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    American Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Leather was added/replaced to the interior of the drawer front secretary and drawer knobs have been replaced. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Mahogany is of very high quality. Restored & French-polished in our workshop.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU98819902281

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