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Eastlake Style Oak Secretary

By iceyogini, 28 December, 2012
Description

This 2-piece oak secretary is 33" wide, 22" deep and 80" tall. It was purchased in 1971 for $135. It includes a note written by the seller in 1971, tracing its ownership to a woman born in 1857. It apparently traveled from Roanoke, VA to Eastern Pennsylvania to Baltimore to Norfolk. 

The top has two glass doors and 3 adjustable shelves. The doors lock with a metal key.

The bottom piece has one shallow drawer the width of the piece, 2 deep drawers that are 1/2 the width and a cabinet. It also has a rolltop desk area, with a compartment insert.

The desk area could use some refinishing, but otherwise it's in very good condition.

This appears to have been made by a carpenter or an early DIYer. It has no factory markings and its style is more "cottage humble" than refined. 

Category
American Furniture
Medium
Oak
Distinguishing marks
No distinguishing marks
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
33" wide, 22" deep and 80" tall
Date Period
Late 19th century
Weight
unknown
History
It includes a note written by the seller in 1971, tracing its ownership to a woman born in 1857. It apparently traveled from Roanoke, VA to Eastern Pennsylvania to Baltimore to Norfolk.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$135 (in 1971)
For Sale?
Yes
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