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Antique desk or is it a vanity?

By RichRitter40, 30 December, 2010
Description

I would like to know if anyone can identify or possibly appraise this desk (or is it a vanity? It has a beveled mirror)

The fold down panel (above bottom drawer) has a lock that is jammed, (didn't want to ruin it by breaking in)

I remember seeing it in my Grandma's (1895-1976) house as kid in the 60's near her entry way when the panel use to open, inside the fold down panel, there are several shelves and small cubbies. She had her wedding photos, veil, ring pillow, invitiations, even garter! (woohoo!) etc, on the shelves. I'm sure the articles were removed before it was locked, there is a skeleton key that opens the bottom drawer, but the panel lock will not disengage enough to open the panel. :(

Features: Beveled glass mirror, slide out drawer, shelves and cubbies behind fold down front panel, nice antique!

Please contact me @ [email protected] if you know some history, and or value of this piece.

THANKS!!!

 

Category
American Furniture
Medium
Wood, possibly oak or cherry, stained
Distinguishing marks
None, may be inside but lock is jammed
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
50" high by 30" wide
Date Period
I'm guessing early 1920's or early 30's
Weight
40 lbs?
History
Used to be Grandma's, (born in 1895, died in 1976) has been in family forever
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
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