Online Auction: Assorted Collectibles & Jewellery – Featuring Majolica Vase and Amber Pieces and furniture
Lot 45:
Mid-Century Modern Cherry Veneer Tall Chest and Pair of Bedside Cabinets, Accolade Collection by Drexel
Description
A three-piece bedroom suite from the 1970s Accolade collection by Drexel, showcasing a sophisticated fusion of Hollywood Regency and Georgian revival styles. The set includes a tall chest of five graduated drawers and a matching pair of bedside cabinets. Each piece is expertly crafted with figured cherry and pecan veneers, distinguished by a prominent horizontal grain and delicate light-coloured stringing inlay bordering the drawer faces. The units are raised on traditional bracket feet with a shaped apron and retain their original brass bail handles with decorative backplates. This collection is well-regarded for its high-quality 20th-century construction and timeless aesthetic. While no maker’s marks are visible, the design and hardware are characteristic of the Drexel Accolade line. Tall Chest: 122cm H x 92cm W x 46cm D. Bedside Cabinets: 61cm H x 61cm W x 41cm D.
Condition report:
The suite is in good structural order and remains sound for immediate use. The original finish displays a soft lustre with minor surface wear, including light scuffs, small abrasions, and superficial scratches commensurate with age and domestic use. The brass hardware is original and intact across all pieces. The drawers operate smoothly. There are no significant veneer losses or structural repairs evident.
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