1800's Mahogany Drop front secretary Classic Beauty..

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12 years ago

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Description I am seeking an appraisal for an amazing Early 1800's mahogany Secretary that I wanted to take to the antiques roadshow tour here in KC this summer. It was owned by a Kansas City Socialite who had connections to MANY of the past founders of Kansas City. A complete catalog of city leaders she met and their newspaper clippings and personal correspondence They shared. Plus much more. This gorgeous piece is over 7 foot tall has never been refinished even has the original green felt In the desk. Handmade beautiful details and a style that is classic and not too busy. Take a look and let me know if you have a idea! It is solid woods, tongue and groove construction.

Category American Furniture

Medium Mahogany and glass

Distinguishing marks Hand carved, ornate but not overly. 7 foot tall 2 piece.

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item 7 x 3.8 x 18

Date Period 1800's early-ish

Weight Very heavy

History Kansas City socialite owner I have complete scrapbooks with years of Kansas City politicians and Balls etc. also she was a third generation DAR daughters of the revolution leader. I have scrapbooks dating back to early 1800's tracking these women. Fascinating reads!

Price Paid (If known) 1500 at estate sale

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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 12 years ago

Re: 1800's Mahogany Drop front secretary Classic Beauty..

This piece actually dates about 1870, it looks more like walnut than mahogany. $1500-1800.00 is about what they go for at auction these days.

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