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September 2003 Fine Art and Antiques Auction

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308. Philadelphia Style Highboy, (American, mid-20th Century)

This Philadelphia Style highboy has a carved scrolled bonnet top. Between the scrolls is a lavishly carved design. The quarter columns at the front corners are ornamented with fine carving. Carved designs in the acanthus motif appear on the cabriole legs, and carved shell-like forms ornament the shaped skirting. The elaborate embellishments produce an effect of great decorative richness, characteristic of the cabinetmakers of Philadelphia. Apprx 6'-9"T x 39"W x 21"D.



2,000/2,500   Sold $1,265.00
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