Fine hepplewhite inlaid mahogany two part tambour ladies writing
desk, the upper cabinet with inlaid central door with concealed drawers, flanked
by tambour sections with cubbies and drawers, set on a base with shaped waist
molding and fold down writing board, above two crossbanded figured mahogany
graduated long drawers raised on square tapering legs with matchstick inlaid
stiles and bellflower and ebony dependent inlaid legs. Replaced brasses, center
door reversed. Retaining an old, mellow finish. School of Edmund Johnson, Salem,
Mass., circa 1795-1800. 36 3/4" wide, 18 1/4" deep, 43" high.
Dealer | Thomas Schwenke |
Date: | circa 1795-1800 |
Origin | Salem, Mass. |
Artist/Maker | School of Edmund Johnson |
Measurements | 36 3/4" wide, 18 1/4" deep, 43" high |
Inventory | View Dealer's Inventory |
Website | http://www.schwenke.com |
Price | $6500 |
Contact | Thomas Schwenke, 203-266-0303 or fedfurn@snet.net |