Premier Auction - Session II | November 12, 2022
Sat, Nov 12, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 788
Massachusetts Chippendale Block Front Desk and Bookcase
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
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 area, 18th century, scrolled pediment with carved rosettes, over dentil molding, shaped paneled door flanked by pilasters, fitted interior, lower case with fitted desk with three fan carved drawers, over four block front long drawers, set on original ball and claw feet, bold bat wing brasses and escutcheons, 94 x 45 x 24 in.
Provenance: Property from the Estate of Gerald J. and Rosalie Kahn, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Condition
pediment restored (dentil molding original), appears to retain original brasses, original feet and blocking with scattered cracks and repairs, including nail repair at one front foot, backboard restored, other scattered typical surface flaws and minor repairs
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