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New England Tiger Maple Slant Front Desk circa 1780-90

About the Item

A fine example of a New England curly or tiger maple slant front desk with compartmentalized interior, including a central fan carved prospect door flanked by four valanced cubbies on each side (one valance missing) over four fitted drawers, a fold out writing surface with repaired hinge area, over four four long drawers, each with period, possibly original, batwing brasses, and a nicely shaped skirt, all supported with bracket feet. Dates to the late 18th century in very good overall condition, with minor shrinkage cracks on the sides, some minor interior drawer losses, refreshed finish, and light overall wear commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 39 in H x 39 in W x 19 in D. Ref: 8
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Maple,Cast,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa late 18th century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: the full hinge area was repaired at some point. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The finish was refreshed.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 93021stDibs: LU933932582492

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