American Federal Inlaid Bowfront Server
Maker: Unidentified
Origin: American, probably New England
Date: Circa 1800-1820
Period/Style: Federal, Sheraton taste
Materials: Mahogany and figured mahogany veneer, contrasting wood stringing and figured lightwood, secondary woods and brass hardware
Form: Bowfront cabinet server with concealed drawer and curved end cupboards
Description: A compact mahogany bowfront server with paired central doors veneered in strongly figured mahogany and outlined by fine contrasting stringing. The doors enclose a shallow bowed drawer with a figured lightwood front and two small brass pulls, above shelved storage. Curved end cupboards contain tiered shelves, including adjustable shelf positions. Narrow figured stiles divide the front above ring-turned, tapering reeded legs with rounded feet. The back is enclosed by vertical wooden boards. Pencil matching numerals survive inside an end cupboard.
Marks/Signatures: Matching pencil numeral 4 on the inner cupboard edge and door, interpreted as assembly marks. No maker's signature documented.
Dimensions: 35.5 in. H, 39.5 in. W, 21 in. D.
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Condition: Scattered scratches, dents, finish wear, and surface marks throughout. A small veneer loss is visible at the upper inner corner of the right central door. Fine splits, edge wear, and small veneer or stringing losses occur around the door borders and lower bowed apron. Interior shelves and drawer show staining and use wear. Rear boards have shrinkage gaps and surface wear. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 35.5 x 39.5 x 21 in
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Maker: Unidentified
Origin: American, probably New England
Date: Circa 1800-1820
Period/Style: Federal, Sheraton taste
Materials: Mahogany and figured mahogany veneer, contrasting wood stringing and figured lightwood, secondary woods and brass hardware
Form: Bowfront cabinet server with concealed drawer and curved end cupboards
Description: A compact mahogany bowfront server with paired central doors veneered in strongly figured mahogany and outlined by fine contrasting stringing. The doors enclose a shallow bowed drawer with a figured lightwood front and two small brass pulls, above shelved storage. Curved end cupboards contain tiered shelves, including adjustable shelf positions. Narrow figured stiles divide the front above ring-turned, tapering reeded legs with rounded feet. The back is enclosed by vertical wooden boards. Pencil matching numerals survive inside an end cupboard.
Marks/Signatures: Matching pencil numeral 4 on the inner cupboard edge and door, interpreted as assembly marks. No maker's signature documented.
Dimensions: 35.5 in. H, 39.5 in. W, 21 in. D.
Shipping Note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance.
Condition: Scattered scratches, dents, finish wear, and surface marks throughout. A small veneer loss is visible at the upper inner corner of the right central door. Fine splits, edge wear, and small veneer or stringing losses occur around the door borders and lower bowed apron. Interior shelves and drawer show staining and use wear. Rear boards have shrinkage gaps and surface wear. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 35.5 x 39.5 x 21 in
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Time, Location
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