Chippendale Slant-Top Desk
Massachusetts, ca. 1770-1785. Walnut, white pine secondary.
Over-all in excellent condition, retaining original brasses, some shrinkage cracks on the side, old mellow finish.
Provenance: Private Collection, Boston; William Smith Auctions, Plainfield, N.H.
In a wonderful, compact size, the Chippendale desk opens to an amphitheater interior with a shell carved drawer flanked by columns and shaped valances. The case is fitted with four graduated drawers supported by carved ball and claw feet with a center, carved shell-motif drop pendant.
Dimensions: 44” h, 37 ¼” w, 21” d (feet)
Item ID: F-CP-D 015
Price: $9500
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