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American Gilded Age Hepplewhite-Style Writing Desk in Satinwood w/ Marquetry

$4,250
£3,227.98
€3,712.77
CA$5,938.08
A$6,621.63
CHF 3,454.89
MX$81,249.95
NOK 43,975.20
SEK 41,665.55
DKK 27,709.75
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About the Item

From the American Gilded Age, a lovely writing table in satinwood with ebonized details and featuring marquetry inlays depicting classic Hepplewhite themes which include lilies of the valley, cornflowers, acanthus foliage, urns, swags & rosettes. Tambour cylinder-top opens to a pull-out desk with inset leather blotter, two drawers & open compartments for letters, bills & stationery. Desk rests on square tapering legs with fretwork spandrels and offers three small exterior drawers with sculpted concave fronts. American, circa 1890. Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible. Measurements: 31" wide x 24" deep closed (36" deep open) x 47.5" high
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Hepplewhite (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Original condition, all loose joints have been cleaned glued and clamped. missing a pull knob on the right bottom drawer.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SEC001861stDibs: LU988134787902

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