Mahogany Serpentine Slant-lid Desk

Description:

Mahogany Serpentine Slant-lid Desk, probably Massachusetts, c. 1780-90, lid opens to an interior of drawers and compartments, above a case of four cockbeaded graduated drawers, on a molded ogee bracket base, original brasses, old refinish, (restoration to lid),ht. 43 1/2, wd. 41, dp. 20 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

full length patches to lid at bottom edge and to writing surface at front edge, where lid must have broken out - with associated new hinges.


Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.