Queen Anne Walnut Chest-on-Frame

The frame is mortised, tenoned and pegged with a gracefully scrolled apron leading to cabriole legs with trifid feet. The uppercase with bold molding is fully dovetailed as are the three drawers over five. The upper three drawers contain Quaker locks which require opening from the drawer below. The drawer sides are white pine with white cedar bottoms attached by wooden pegs.The Queen Anne brass is sand cast and supported by hand threaded brass posts. There are five knurled edge escutcheon lock plates, with locks on each drawer. The antique finish is hand applied and rubbed to achieve a rich patina.

69 3/4″ H, 41″ W – with a depth of 22 1/2″

Pennsylvania, Chester County – c.1750