Antique Robert W Irwin Louis XV French Walnut Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser

Description

A lovely chest of drawers or dresser by Robert W. Irwin Furniture Company. Crafted from French Walnut in Louis XV styling. Features a rectangular form with burled walnut front, four drawers, cabriole legs and ormolu mounts. Circa 1928-1940

At the ripe age of 23 Robert Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he and some associates purchases Royal Furniture Co, and later it transferred to his very own label in Irwin. Irwin specialized in high end reproductions based off of European and ancient American classics. His most formidable designer, J. Stuart Clingman helped in the modernization of these iconic designs from woods such; as French Walnut, Rosewood Mahogany, Aspen, Satinwood and Curly Maple.

Timeless craftsmanship that will add grandeur to any space.

Condition

Good antique condition, wear and distressing commensurate with age and use, marking / crazing / alligatoring to finish.

Dimensions

20" x 34.5" x 44"h