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Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session I

Fri, Feb 12, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 532

George III Figured Mahogany Slant Front Desk

Estimate: $400 - $600

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
British, late 18th/early 19th century, rich reddish brown color, fitted interior with six drawers and paneled prospect door, dovetailed construction with mahogany linings, above four long drawers, probably original brass pulls, 39-1/2 x 36 x 20-3/4 in. - Provenance: Property from a duPont Family Estate, Charlottesville, Virginia

Condition

generally good condition, two interior valances off but present, minor warping to slant lid, small molding loss at one front corner, typical scratches, abrasions, and surface wear throughout, feet probably restored
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