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This is an antique American Late Victorian "side-by-side" unit, combining a secretary desk, bookcase, and vanity mirror into one space-saving …
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This is an antique American Late Victorian "side-by-side" unit, combining a secretary desk, bookcase, and vanity mirror into one space-saving piece. Crafted around 1890 to 1910, it features the heavily figured flake patterns characteristic of quartersawn golden oak.
Left Side (Bookcase/Display): Features a tall, asymmetrical glass-front door enclosing adjustable shelves for books or collectibles. The top of the cabinet is accented by an organic, fluid Art Nouveau-style carved crest.
Right Side (Secretary & Vanity):Top: A distinctively shaped, asymmetrical swivel mirror framed by stylized, organic wood carvings. It includes a small display shelf on the right side.
Middle: A slant-front drop-down writing desk. The drop-down lid features an ornate, applied scrolling relief carving and opens to reveal a multi-compartment interior storage gallery.
Bottom: Three stacked drawers providing ample storage, featuring a gentle serpentine (wave-like) curved front and ornate brass batwing bail handles.
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- Dimensions
- 43ʺW × 16ʺD × 68ʺH
- Styles
- Art Nouveau
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- There's a bit of damage in the bottom where the decorative exterior has come off and was nailed back on … moreThere's a bit of damage in the bottom where the decorative exterior has come off and was nailed back on by a previous owner. There is some separation on the same bottom molding and a small crack (due to low humidity, I assume) on the lower side. See photos. Besides that there's just expected wear for its age, overall it's in remarkable condition. less
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