federal-inlaid-mahogany-butler-s-desk
Lot 459
Federal Inlaid Mahogany Butler's Desk
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Attributed to New Jersey, circa 1810, mahogany veneers, poplar and white pine secondary, rectangular top with banded veneered edge having line inlay, upper pull out butler's desk, the interior featuring a central inlaid prospect door with interior drawer, two document drawers, eight pigeon holes with valances, six small drawers, later green felt writing surface, above three graduated drawers with applied cock beading, scalloped skirt, straight feet.

43.5 x 46.5 x 22.5 in.

From the Thompson-Urquhart home in Lewiston-Woodville, NC

Several areas of light wood line inlay loss especially to top edges; later felt writing surface with ink stains; small veneer patch and repairs throughout; missing one escutcheon; cut and patch to all foot facings.

$800 - 1,200