19th century Empire Dresser
05 January 2022
Description

This 19th century empire dresser came down to North Carolina from Virginia just after the Civil War with my great-great grandmother. My mother believes it was made on a plantation, but I have no proof of that and I have seen similar pieces online. It is 41” wide, 78” tall, 21” deep. There are 4 full drawers and three small drawers on the top. The mirror is 15 1/2” x 24”. The piece is in excellent condition.

Provenance

It was owned by my great-grandmother and her family in Virginia.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
No
Answered within 17 minutes
By Delia
Jan 05, 18:32 UTC
Fair Market Value
$400 - $600 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Jill,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A Classical or Empire mahogany marble-top mirrored dresser
American, possibly Southern States, circa 1830-1840
The rectangular case with rounded corners surmounted by a molded edged white marble top and a superstructure comprising of a hinged beveled mirror over three short drawers, the case fitted with four flame-mahogany veneered long drawers.
78 inches tall, 41 inches wide, 21 inches deep, with a mirror 24 by 15 1/2 inches
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition, with wear commensurate to age and use.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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