LEGGY Red-Painted
Hepplewhite Stand
Scalloped Top  

New England, likely Connecticut, ca. 1790-1830.

An exceptional high-country example. Original colorful red paint on what appears to be cherry, maple, and pine. This early Federal/Hepplewhite period stand emphasizes light and delicate design as contrasted against much heavier Chippendale. I was immediately attracted to the form, with especially long tapered legs, amplified by a narrow drawer and apron, and topped by a delightfully scalloped single-board, its thinness adding to the aesthetic. The dovetailed drawer is faced with birds-eye maple veneer, and mahogany-banding about the perimeter.

Structurally superb condition standing tall and straight, without cracks or breaks or warping, the overall surface with very fine craquelure. The top painted surface is marred by exposure long ago to excessive heat, probably a tipped oil lamp. There are several very small repairs to the drawer front banding veneer. Original brass pull. Most of the original glue blocks remain in place.

About 28 ½ inches tall. The top about 16 ½ x 15 7/8. From a fine New England collection. A perfect foundation for painted boxes.