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Early 19th Century American Mahogany Butler's Desk/Secretary Chest
$3,620
£2,730.42
€3,153.66
CA$5,071.87
A$5,639.63
CHF 2,952.45
MX$68,889.11
NOK 37,100.40
SEK 34,900.37
DKK 23,541.83
About the Item
Imagine where this gorgeous piece might have been in its past life. Perhaps stately mansions with warm block panel, high ceilings and crown molding for days. The wealthy would have had this piece in their butler's quarters to assist in supporting the family. Yes, if this piece could share just a fraction of what it has witnessed over the centuries, how wonderful it would be!
This stunning c. 1830's desk/chest is made of fine figured mahogany. The extended top drawer is a fall front secretary that pulls down and out on a brass half-arc track to reveal a striking leather covered desk area and wonderful little nooks along the back of the opening. The leather has two plugged areas resulting from access to the hardware for the drawer pulls. The trim of the drawer fronts is an ornate recessed double-scalloped trim with a simple round over to the upper case's front edging. The pulls have been recently replaced with period specific reproductions. The upper drawer face is joined together with a unique fitted biscuit technique while the chest drawer front have been joined with dove-tail of that era. The desk stands on simple tapered feet with wheels. We assume the top has been replaced at some point. This case piece is truly a work of art in furniture. It has beautiful design detail and is smartly constructed with both form and function in mind. A fabulous addition to so many room decors.
- Dimensions:Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 43 in (109.22 cm)Depth: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)
- Style:American Empire (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1830's
- Condition:Replacements made: The top appears to have been replaced or redone at some point in history. As well, the drawer pulls have been replaced with period specific reproductions. There are three small areas of veneer that have been repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall, this piece is in amazing condition with expected characteristics of a piece this age. There are two areas of the leather that have been plugged as a result of having to access the hardware backs of the drawer pulls. Wonderful patina overall.
- Seller Location:Louisville, KY
- Reference Number:Seller: DIBS-02171stDibs: LU9258246479102
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