Double Pedestal Standard Desk

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Posted by R Platt

17 years ago

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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).

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