Description:

Circa 1780-1800 All Original Five Drawer American Chippendale Chest
This fine example is made of beautifully grained Walnut with traditional Poplar secondaries. It was discovered in Bath County Kentucky with exact origin unknown but considering the form and the combination of woods used is no doubt an early Kentucky piece. It features a flat front design with two smaller drawers over three large drawers with Chippendale brass pulls. The unique two top drawers are divided into three sections each, no doubt for storage of cutlery and/or silver. It features classic of the period bracket feet with meticulous overall dovetailed construction. The feet, the three panel back with early nails, the unique "stretcher" on the underneath that prevents any kind of shrinkage. You can see this in the last photo. The entire cabinet we believe is all original with no replacements. This one was made by a very, very skilled cabinetmaker and is offered literally as one of those very rare "original" and "untouched" early examples like they talk about on the Antiques Roadshow. (Keno Brothers where are you?) Truly a beauty! Measures 42 1/2" wide by 19 1/4" deep by 41 3/4" tall.

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Shipping Terms and Pick-up
Items won can be picked up at the venue, 30 E. High St., Mt. Sterling, Ky. 40353 starting on Monday, January 6th and all that week ending on Saturday, January 11th. We will be open that week, Mon-Thu 9am-3pm and Saturday from 10am-Noon. Appointments can be made by calling Bruce Wise at (859) 321-1230.

IMPORTANT: Please communicate with us regarding your intentions for pickup or shipping ASAP.
If you have not paid online, then payment can be made at pickup. Please bring your own packaging and additional help if needed for loading items. All removals must be completed in a professional and tidy manner. Not responsible for accidents.


Any lots that are not picked up within 10 calendar days of the auction will be sold in a future auction and the sales price minus our commission will be paid to the owner if you have paid and we haven't heard from you.

For those buyers who wish to have their merchandise shipped, please advise Caswell Prewitt of your shipping plans. Shipping arrangements must be made between the buyer and shipper as Caswell Prewitt Realty does not provide in-house packing or shipping. All packing and shipping of merchandise will be at the risk and expense of the buyer. A couple nearby shippers include:

The Mailroom, Lexington, Ky - 859 268 0206, [email protected]
UPS - Winchester - 859-745-4422, [email protected]

February 12, 2023 6:00 PM EST
Mt. Sterling, KY, US

Caswell Prewitt Realty, INC

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $5
$100 $249 $10
$250 $999 $25
$1,000 $4,999 $50
$5,000 + $100