August Americana
Description:
Diminutive Carved Cherry Desk Bookcase, possibly central Massachusetts, late 18th century, the top section with scrolled cornice and reeded pinwheel terminals centering flame and urn finial above two hinged doors with shaped panels, on the lower section with fall front opening to a stepped interior of valanced compartments and drawers including two pilaster-front document drawers, on case of four graduated drawers and bracket feet centering a drop pendant, brasses appear to be original, old finish, (minor imperfections),ht. 83, wd. 36 1/2, dp. 21 in.
Provenance: Captain Ruggles House, Hardwick, Massachusetts; G.W. Samaha, Milan, Ohio.
Estimate $15,000-25,000
finial replaced, small crack in scroll cornice, old replaced hinges on lid, stains to writing surface, drawer edge broken off and reglued.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). 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 Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Massachusetts, Cherry Desk Bookcase, central Massachusetts, Hardwick, Milan, OhioStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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