The Estate of Peter H. Tillou | Day 2
Fri, Sep 30, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 391
Massachusetts Chippendale Block Front Desk and Bookcase
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 |
Boston or Salem, late 18th century, scrolled pediment over two paneled doors with fluted pilasters, fitted interior with three drawers, fitted desk interior with two fan carved drawers, four graduated block front drawers on well carved ball and claw feet, shell carved skirt drop, 94 x 44-1/2 x 26 in.
Provenance: The Estate of Peter H. Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut
Condition
pediment and brasses replaced, otherwise generally good, cracks and minor repairs at fall board hinges, original feet with breaks and repairs, wear at toes, wear at central skirt drop, minor cracks and checking at drawer facings, door hinges replaced, central interior drawer refaced or restored, lacking central finial
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