Nineteenth-Century Oak Secretary

Item Details

A nineteenth-century oak secretary. The secretary features a molding rail along the back and sides of the top. The front features a slant-front hinged panel with carved flourishes, and it opens to reveal a work space with divided compartments and a small drawer. Below are four dovetailed drawers, which have scalloped, convex fronts embellished with carved flourishes in the center panels. They are fitted with pairs of round wood knobs and brass keyholes. The chest has straight sides, and it rests on carved ball and claw feet. No maker’s marks.

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

• Please be advised, furniture items must be picked up and removed by winning bidder during the scheduled pick-up time on pick-up day. A moving charge will be incurred by winning bidders for any items not picked up. If winning bidder chooses to not have the item moved for alternate pick-up, the winning bidder will incur a disposal fee to have the item removed.

Condition

Dusty; surface scratches
Bottom drawer left side pull is detached (but is included); drawer may need repair
No keys for locks
Glue residue to dovetails on some drawers

Dimensions

Item #

17DEN088-258