Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Slant-lid Desk

Description:

Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Slant-lid Desk, America, 18th century, ht. 45, wd. 42, dp. 22 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

large split to one side, with shrinkage cracks to the lid, the writing surface is defaced, pulls replaced, and one drawer is stuck.


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