American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts

lot 138: In overall fine and stable condition. Retains a fairly even patina and color with craquelure visible to the varnish throughout.  Areas of rubbing and flaking to the painted surface. Scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Few minor age cracks throughout.  There are old, small chip losses to the sides of the case where the nails from the drawer runners have pierced through the board.  Each drawer showing some old loss to the molded edge, ranging in length from 2.5” to 0.5”. The scroll tip is lacking from the proper right rear foot facing.  The proper front, right foot facings are cracked and reglued. Some drawers showing repairs to the drawers slides.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.