Vintage Mid-Century Highboy Dresser by John Stuart-Five-Drawer Chest with Carved Laurel Detail

This vintage mid-century highboy dresser, attributed to John Stuart (label present inside drawer), offers a refined blend of streamlined form and decorative detailing characteristic of mid-century American furniture design. The piece features five full-size drawers, each constructed with sturdy joinery and smooth operation. The warm tone highlights the natural grain variation across the drawer fronts and case.

A notable decorative element is the carved laurel wreath motif centered on the second drawer, framed by small beaded trim that adds a subtle neoclassical accent. Linear routed detailing appears across multiple drawer faces and along the case edges,giving the dresser a sense of symmetry and visual structure.The original metal pulls-dark-toned with a stylized engraved pattern-remain intact on all drawers.

The dresser is built on a recessed plinth-style base with gently curved feet, typical of the period. The back panel is marked “1210-Wal. Chest", consistent with mid-century production coding. The interior of some drawers shows worn paper lining,with portions missing (as shown), but the structural integrity of the drawers remains solid.This highboy offers generous storage and a handsome profile, making it suitable for a bedroom, entryway, or any space needing a functional, well-crafted vintage piece.

Vintage condition as pictured.

Listing is for described item only.

Dimensions approx: 33"L, 19”W,  45.5"H