"Planner Group" Drop Front Secretary by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture

Item Details

A Mid Century Modern drop front secretary in the Planner Group line designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Group. This circa 1955 maple piece has a top secretary cabinet with fold down door, which is held by metal arm supports and reveals three small drawers, a small shelf, and an open section. It is set on a cabinet with sliding doors with grasscloth covers, opening to an adjustable shelf. It is raised on tapered legs that splay out slightly. The maker’s tag is inside a drawer.

Matching record cabinet in 17BOS136-309.

Paul McCobb (American 1917-69) was perhaps best known for the Planner Group and for designing the set of the Today show.

• 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.

Condition

-Fair; nicks and scuffs to feat and base, discoloration to material on doors, drop down door has securing magnets which are slightly weak, missing shelves

Dimensions

Item #

17BOS136-310