Premier Auction - Session II
Sat, Feb 13, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 1037
Early New England Black Painted Standing Desk
Estimate: $500 - $700
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
probably Connecticut, 18th century, removable desk with slant lid and interior shelf, over conforming frame with single dovetailed long drawer, stretcher base, black painted surface, pine throughout with dovetailed construction, 40-3/4 x 30-1/2 x 18 in. - Provenance: purchased 1993 for $2,650 (accompanied by copy of price tag from unknown source describing the desk as "circa 1730-1740 clerk's desk" and suggesting a Connecticut origin); Private Virginia Collection
some scars from previous hinges, front bed molding replaced, drawer probably replaced, scattered expected paint losses and wear, some later nailing at rear leg attachments, rear legs and side stretchers possibly old replacements?
Condition
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