10-01-201010-02-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2519BBoston
October 1, 2010 06:00 PMCalender
650

George II Walnut Kneehole Desk

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$2,252$1,900
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2519BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 02, 2010 10:00AM

Description:

George II Walnut Kneehole Desk, with 18th century elements, rectangular top with umber leather insert and thumb-molded edge above a configuration of one long drawer, recessed kneehole with door, and six short drawers, bracket foot base, ht. 31, wd. 34, dp. 19 in.
Estimate $400-600

Top with shrinkage and slight waviness around edges; leather creased and with minor wear; two large patches to top drawer and small patches around keyholes; base cracked and with losses; age typical minor wear and deliberate aging; good timber and color.