Day 2: American & European Decorative Arts
Sat, Nov 19, 2016 09:00AM EST - Sun, Nov 20, 2016 09:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 674
Rare William and Mary Diminutive
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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 |
Walnut Desk on Stand
English, late 17th century, diminutive form with hinged lid opening to fitted interior, felt-lined writing surface, bookmatched veneers with double herringbone inlay, the stand set with three dovetailed drawers with oak linings and probably original brasses, original period stand with turned legs and cross-stretcher, 38-1/2 x 23-3/4 x 18-1/2 in. closed (27-3/4 in. open). Provenance: Malcolm Franklin, Chicago, 1971, (copy of receipt accompanies lot); Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina
probable restoration to interior drawers, one front foot replaced, other scattered wear, warping and minor repairs with some cracks and patches to veneers, fabric writing surface replaced
