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Tallboy by Unagusta in black American walnut

$2,295
£1,750.60
€1,994.46
CA$3,225.64
A$3,519.09
CHF 1,863.34
MX$42,168.74
NOK 23,730.64
SEK 21,699.91
DKK 14,892.34

About the Item

Exceptional piece by Unagusta. 48.5" tall, 40.5" wide and 21.25" deep. A avant-garde company before a fire destroyed the factory in NC in 1955 although they remained with some operations into the 60's. Their designs were intricate, modernist, leading and they were renown for high-end pieces. This tallboy chest has exceptional minute details, finger pulls beneath the 4 large drawers and side finger pulls for the 2 top drawers - all 4 drawers to the lower section are curved. Remnants of label to interior of drawer. An extensive restoration has been done with all drawers clean. Contains Black American Walnut, oak and mahogany in the construction. The finish is Krystal by M.L. Campbells and is a superior 2-part varnish that will protect the dresser for decades. Satin sheen. Common problems with water stains from hot and cold beverages or vases will not mark the surface. Nor will alcohol. Superior resistance to marks and scratches and requires no cleaning agents. We have the matching triple dresser also available.
  • Creator:
    Unagusta (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Width: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Depth: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Repaired: minor chips corrected. Refinished. Krystal by M.L. Campbells used offering superior protection for decades of use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Charleston, WV
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: UnagustaTallboy1stDibs: LU1616229653212

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