Second quarter 18th century, Massachusetts. This well proportioned example in two parts. The upper case with molded swan’s neck cornice centering three spiral flame finials above the frieze fitted with central fan carved drawer flanked by two conforming side drawers with shaped tops over four graduated long thumbmolded drawers fitted to mid-molded lower case with single thumbmolded long drawer above a central fan carved drawer flanked by short drawers above an arcaded apron raised on well defined cabriole bandy legs terminating in pad feet. The legs with sharply scalloped returns. SIZE: 87″ h overall. 35-1/2″ upper case w. 39-1/2″ w overall. 21″ d. CONDITION: Highboy retains a matched set of period brasses in original holes, probably old replacements. Backboard is original, bonnet top appears original. Old crusty surface cleaned and polished with good rich color and patina. Very good overall. 52135-8 (9,000-12,000)