{"product_id":"federal-period-mahogany-chest-on-chest-with-original-lion-head-brasses-american","title":"Federal Period Mahogany Chest on Chest with Original Lion Head Brasses, American","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eA finely proportioned American Federal period chest on chest, crafted in richly figured mahogany and dating to circa 1800. This elegant two-part form features a graduated arrangement of drawers, with a pair of smaller drawers over a series of long drawers, all retaining their original brasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eThe drawer fronts display beautifully figured and bookmatched mahogany veneers, showcasing warm tones and lively grain patterns characteristic of the period. Each drawer is fitted with oval brass pulls adorned with finely cast lion head motifs, all of which appear to be original and consistent throughout—an increasingly rare and desirable feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eThe case is surmounted by a molded cornice and raised on shaped bracket feet, reflecting the refined neoclassical influence of the Federal era. Drawer construction reveals hand-cut joinery and early secondary woods, further supporting its early 19th-century origin. The chest retains working locks, including a substantial brass lock mechanism, indicative of quality craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eWith its balanced proportions, original hardware, and rich patina, this piece represents a handsome example of early American Federal furniture, suitable for both traditional and transitional interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_9415d43e\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_762e74f4 dc-breakInsideAvoid dc-mbXsmall\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dc-textNoir dc-sassyFontBodyTypeHeavy dc-inline\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-title\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dc-sassyFontBody dc-inline\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-dimensions\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-inlineBlock dc-mr3px\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-detail-height\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-textLeft\"\u003eHeight: 73 in (185.42 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_762e74f4 dc-breakInsideAvoid dc-mbXsmall\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dc-sassyFontBody dc-inline\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-dimensions\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-inlineBlock dc-mr3px\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-detail-height\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-textLeft\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-inlineBlock dc-mr3px\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-detail-width\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-textLeft\"\u003eWidth: 42 in (106.68 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_762e74f4 dc-breakInsideAvoid dc-mbXsmall\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dc-sassyFontBody dc-inline\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-dimensions\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-inlineBlock dc-mr3px\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-detail-width\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-textLeft\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-inlineBlock\" data-tn=\"pdp-spec-detail-depth\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dc-textLeft\"\u003eDepth: 21 in (53.34 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MidCentury Masters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43051711201343,"sku":null,"price":6250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0157\/7730\/files\/Photoroom_20260328_201325_22013f2d-1817-47df-a1ae-9ac456d2d29a.jpg?v=1774750771","url":"https:\/\/midcenturymasters.com\/products\/federal-period-mahogany-chest-on-chest-with-original-lion-head-brasses-american","provider":"MidCentury Masters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}