Premier Auction - Session II
Sat, Apr 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 913
Labeled Thomas Needham Federal Secretary
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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 |
Salem, Massachusetts, circa 1800, one interior drawer with label "Cabinet work of all kinds/Made & Sold by Thomas Needham, Charter Street, Salem", with dentil molded and inlaid pediment above two glazed doors, opening to an adjustable shelved interior, lower case with fitted butler's desk, with four drawers and central prospect door opening to two additional drawers, original brasses depicting a sailing ship with classical maiden holding a cornucopia, set on original bracket feet, finely constructed with paneled backs, 95 x 44-1/4 x 23 in.
in very good condition overall, minor breaks and repairs at pediment, doors likely reglazed and two panels with cracks, other minor cracks and distress to door frames, warping and some veneer distress to desk fall front, original feet and blocking in very good condition, one break at front facing, other typical edge chips and wear, finials replaced
Condition
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