Bidspirit auction | American Classical Mahogany Dressing Table

American Classical Mahogany Dressing Table - Origin: American, probably Northeastern United States Date: Circa 1825-1840 Period/Style: American Classical Materials: Mahogany and mahogany veneer, secondary woods, mirror glass, and metal casters Form: Dressing table with swing mirror Description: American Classical mahogany dressing table, circa 1825-1840. The figured rectangular top surmounts two hand-dovetailed bow-front drawers fitted with faceted glass pulls. An oval beveled swing mirror is suspended between tall standards carved with spiraling acanthus and surmounted by urn-and-ball finials. The open trestle base has shaped front supports ending in carved hairy paw feet, straight rear supports, side and rear stretchers, and casters. The restrained case contrasts effectively with the boldly carved mirror standards and feet. Dimensions: 59 in. H, 40.5 in. W, 20.5 in. D. Shipping note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Retains an old refinished surface with scattered scratches, abrasions, minor edge nicks, and finish wear, particularly across the top. Drawers exhibit interior wear and age-related discoloration. Faceted glass pulls appear later. Carved standards, stretchers, feet, and casters show age-related wear. Dimensions: 59 x 40.5 x 20.5 in