Ornately Carved Drop Lid Desk

By Valli Youngblood, 14 August, 2009
Description

Beautiful slant/drop lid three drawer desk with cubbies, ornately carved with floral and lion head on lid, sides and drawer fronts, legs (claw & ball), and trim; brass pulls, plates and locks (no keys); solid wood construction, dovetailed joinery.

Category
American Furniture
Medium
Walnut, oak
Distinguishing marks
Roman numeral marks on drawer bottoms apparently to identify placement (corresponding marks on cabinet) No other visible identifying marks.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
38 hgt", 31" width, 19" depth
Date Period
1800s
History
inherited; originally purchased as antique during depression era
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For Sale?
No
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Anonymous (not verified)

15 years 5 months ago

Any info on this piece would be greatly appreciated. Have no idea where to go or who to call to obtain value or any other information.

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