Bidspirit auction | American Federal Cherry Chest of

American Federal Cherry Chest of Drawers, early 19th century - American Federal Cherry Chest of Drawers, early 19th century with rectangular top over two short and three long graduated drawers, fitted with brass bail pulls and keyhole escutcheons, the case raised on a shaped bracket base with turned feet. Constructed in cherry with pine secondary woods, the drawers exhibiting hand-cut dovetail joinery; paneled sides and back with wide horizontal boards. 44 in. H, 41 in. W, 20 in. D Condition: Surface wear, scratching, and finish inconsistency to top; shrinkage separations and minor warping consistent with age; drawer wear and edge losses visible; structurally sound.