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Thomasville "Tamerlane" Writing Desk

About the Item

An exceptionally made and extremely rare Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie desk from the "Tamerlane" collection by Thomasville Furniture, circa 1950's. THOMASVILLE TIMELESS TAMERLANE -- Here's the world at your feet from from many lands of the far East--in the new concept of elegance for everyday living. A perfect blend of ageless and exotic design. Contemporary Oriental styling is interpreted in the desk, made of solid walnut with a gorgeous wood grain. It offers good storage with four perfectly sliding dovetail drawers including a file drawer. Featuring a stylish geomteric pattern, original antique brass details including unique sculpted drawer pulls evoking bamboo style show how its all about the details. This piece has been professionally refinished. The beauty of Tamerlane's Collection is matched only by its easy adaptability to any type of decor. Literature: Abilene Reporter-News. Abilene, Texas • Sun, Jul 26, 1959. Page 36.
  • Creator:
    Thomasville (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 57 in (144.78 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1959
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Structurally strong and solid. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4528238142522

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