Antique 19th Century American Mahogany Secretary Desk and Bookcase

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Antique Victorian mahogany and cherry secretary desk and bookcase. Case has two deep drawers with dovetail joints and one that … Read more Antique Victorian mahogany and cherry secretary desk and bookcase. Case has two deep drawers with dovetail joints and one that pulls out into a desk with multiple cubbies and brass hinges. The faux leather top is coming away in some sections and one of the brass hinges is missing a screw. The bottom section also has a crack on the left hand side you can see in the photos. Crack does not hinder the piece as it is still structurally sound. This piece measures 41" tall and 45" wide and 22" deep. Two locks have patent and date stamped 1861-1865 and a few of them are sticky and do not recommend use unless repaired. Key included.
The top section has two wavy glass paned doors and three hand made removable shelves. Inside the glass doors the glazing is coming away in some areas but otherwise no chips or cracks. The top section measures 51" tall, 45" wide and 11.5 deep. Over all the piece measures 92" tall, 45" wide and 22" deep. It is constructed with handmade square nails, flat screws and dovetail joints. It is missing a small pice of moulding at the very top on the right hand side. See less