
Description
Philadelphia area, 18th century, highly figured walnut dovetailed drawers with yellow pine and white cedar secondary wood, old dry surface, scalloped skirt and shaped back rail, original batwing brasses, interior back panel with metal tag reading "Mrs. J. Amory Haskell", 29-1/4 × 35-1/2 × 20-3/8 in.
Provenance: Gift from an anonymous collector March 23, 1942; Property from the Brooklyn Museum
Condition
old crack and plugged repair at one leg, one corner of top with some patches and small holes (probably from previous vice or other implement now removed), other typical shrinkage cracks, surface wear, stains, and other minor flaws, top drawer with one pull lacking bale, lacking key
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Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
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Pennsylvania Chippendale Figured Walnut Dressing Table, Amory Haskell Provenance
Estimate $2,000-$3,000
Starting Price
$1,000
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Property from the Brooklyn Museum | April 9
Apr 09, 2026 10:00 AM EDTAsheville, NC, United States
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