Bidspirit auction | American Classical Mahogany Bowfront Chest,

American Classical Mahogany Bowfront Chest, Elliptical Form, c. 1815–1830 - A refined American Classical bowfront chest in richly figured mahogany, likely Philadelphia, the elliptical facade fitted with four graduated drawers and flanked by distinctive ovolo-turned engaged columns. The drawer fronts display lively flame and crotch mahogany veneers, accented by period-style oval brass pulls. The case is raised on turned legs continuing the columnar motif. 38 in. H, 41 in. W, 19 in. D Condition: Surface wear, scratches, and minor veneer inconsistencies consistent with age and use; some shrinkage and typical separations visible to the backboards.