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Lot 2128
Antique Chippendale Style Carved Walnut Slant Front Desk
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
19th century, poplar secondary, dovetailed case, slant lid with bread board ends, molded edge, relief carved corners and central shell, loper support, interior with repeating shell carved prospect door opening to reveal four small fitted graduated drawers, flanked by valanced pigeon holes and four drawers, the case with four graduated cock beaded drawers, fluted quarter column stiles, molded base on ogee bracket feet.

43.75 x 38.75 x 22 in.

Some old surface stains to top and interior writing surface; rectangular plugs near hinges; later pulls with plug holes; no key; feet appear old and original; front left foot facing with break/repair/loss; other cracks/repairs to feet facings; shrinkage crack to right side of case.