Unicorn Roll Top Desk

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What Is Unicorn Roll Top Desk Worth?

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Estimated Market Value $1,200 – $1,800 Based on analysis of 3 similar items in the InstAppraisal archive
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High (85%) Based on similarity to archived items and market records
Likely Era 1880s-1900s
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Description

A unique desk configuration with the second Tambour in the right Pedestal.  I have only seen 2 other desks like it over 10 years of periodically reviewing various web sites and looking at 100's of Roll Top's.  Has Corbin Cabinet and Lock hardware, Quarter Sawn Oak, Big 60"x31"x49", Clam Shell Pulls. Dove Tail Joints appear hand done, drawer bottoms are Poplar or Chestnut.
Category American Furniture
Medium Quarter Sawn Oak with Poplar or Chestnut drawer bottoms
Distinguishing marks The Second Tambour located in the right Pedestal where you would normally find 2 drawers, there are 2 shelves behind the Tambour Roll Up. 1 double drawer below this section with 2 vertical dividers that run the length of the drawer
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 60x31x49
Date Period late 1880's to early 1900's
Weight unknown
History My Father acquired it in Ventura, Ca in the mid 1960's. It was from someone he had helped, it was dirty, stained, forgotten in the back of some businesses storage area. He disassembled it and stripped then refinished it and used it as his daily work desk. He was a Field Agent for the State Board of Equalization.
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