Double Pedestal Standard Desk

By R Platt, 22 September, 2008
Description

Has been in family for 34 years to date.  Do not know exactly when manufactured.  Original manufacturers stamp is inside left side rail of pencil drawer.  All woodwork and hardware is original to include pulls, etc.  Has some surface scratches on top (front/right corner) and side of right pedestal from previous family storage.  Original wood grain seems to be excellent otherwise.

Category
American Furniture
Medium
Wood
Distinguishing marks
Standard Desk, Herkimer, NY / two 4 drawer pedestals, center drawer w/ built-in pencil tray, slide out conference leaf. 4 way Bookmatched top with radiating 2"+ border
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
40" deep x 66" wide x 30" high
Date Period
1930's?
Weight
Don't know; must be broken down to top, pedestals and modesty panel to move due to weight and bulk.
History
Inherited from father. He acquired from gentleman in Jacksonville Florida in 1972. It was old then but had been refinished (varnished).
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No
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