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Description
16" (41 cm.) h. x 19"w. x 11", Of finely-grained mahogany, the three drawer chest is enhanced with elaborate cast brass mounts and is flanked by flat columns, on block feet. Excellent condition. French, mid-19th century, the miniature chest is of such fine craftsmanship as to indicate its original production as a maitrise ("apprentice") model presented by promising young cabinet maker. Although originally presented to a judging board to prove one's ability to create full-size furnishings, the "models" eventually became used as doll furnishings.