American # 970
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Description
American Hepplewhite birch fall front desk with carved hinged molded edge top, fitted interior consisting of seven drawers over seven pigeon holes, with a leather writing surface. Lower case has Satinwood string inlay, mahogany cross banding, four graduated lower case drawers, original brasses, and terminating on carved scalloped skirt with original feet. Early 19th Century.
$ 18,000 Retail
OF THE PERIOD: Hepplewhite
PLACE OF ORIGIN: United States
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: Circa 1810
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Hand-Carved Birch, Cast Brass, Inlay Mahogany, Inlay Satinwood
CONDITION: Excellent
WEAR: Wear consistent with age and use
HEIGHT: 4 ft. 4.5 in. (133 cm)
WIDTH: 41 in. (104 cm)
DEPTH: 19 in. (48 cm)
Golden & Associates Antiques
206 King St. Charleston, SC 29401
843-723-8886
Reference Number: # 970