Lane Tuxedo Collection Appraisal

Mid-Century Modern Lane 'Tuxedo' Tallboy Chest of Drawers

This is a mid-century modern tallboy chest of drawers, specifically identified as part of the 'Tuxedo' collection by Lane Furniture, likely dating to the 1960s. The piece is constructed primarily of walnut wood with a warm, honey-toned finish. Its most distinguishing hallmark is the iconic rosewood bowtie or 'butterfly' inlays located within the recessed drawer pulls of the top two drawers. The dresser features a unique asymmetric five-tier configuration: two full-width upper drawers with integrated pull-out handles, followed by three lower tiers that are subdivided into three panels each, creating a grid-like visual effect. The overall construction demonstrates high-quality craftsmanship, characterized by clean lines and tapered 'stiletto' legs attached to a recessed base frame, which is quintessential of the Danish Modern influence on American furniture of that era. Regarding condition, the piece shows visible signs of age-related wear including surface scratches on the drawer fronts, minor scuffing along the sharp vertical edges, and slight finish degradation near the base. The wood grain is horizontally oriented, providing a smooth visual flow across the front. No visible repairs or major structural damage are evident from the front view, though the patina suggests it is in original, unrestored vintage condition.