IMPORTANT NEW YORK CLASSICAL CHILD'S SIZE CHEST

Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, attributed to the workshop of Michael Allison (1773-1855) circa 1800, a shallow upright cabinet with molded top, recessed curly maple frieze over the uppermost drawer, which has a faux front of five drawers having further maple detailing, brass knobs; three graduated drawers below with diamond escutcheons, all cockbeaded, flanked by rope inlaid stiles, on bulbous feet. 24 1/2" x 21 1/2" x 9". Fine condition. PROVENANCE: Copy of receipt and card from Jan 21st, 1955 Parke-Bernet Galleries sale 1565, lot 129, Vanderbilt et al Furniture & Decoration. Sold to Mrs. H.C. Gayley of 1088 Park Avenue, New York, NY.