Very Fine and Rare Diminutive Chippendale Figured Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table, possibly by John Townsend (1733-1809), Newport, Rhode Island, Circa 1770

Very Fine and Rare Diminutive Chippendale Figured Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table
possibly by John Townsend (1733-1809)
Newport, Rhode Island
Circa 1770

Height 26 1/2 in. by Width (closed) 12 1/2 in. Depth 36 5/8 in.; Width (open) 36 5/8 in.

Condition Report:
In overall very fine condition. Secondary wood is cherry. Appears to retain its original top and hinges. Swing leg with pieced repair to outer side. Crack and patch to top of swing leg. The top of the leg is loose on the stationary leg. Underside of drop leaves varnished.