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A stately Arts and Crafts secretary desk and chest of drawers featuring beautifully mottled quarter-sawn tiger oak, decorative 'X' cross …
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A stately Arts and Crafts secretary desk and chest of drawers featuring beautifully mottled quarter-sawn tiger oak, decorative 'X' cross panels, four hammered copper keyhole plates, and square copper plates and pulls. Two enlarged 'X' cross panels repeat on the sides, providing a view of this distinguishing feature from every angle. The secretary desk opens to reveal six drawers also bearing 'X' cross panels, eight cubbies, and two pen trays housing two pen troughs each. The stout body of the desk is supported by subtly tapered legs that terminate in square bun feet. Three drawers easily glide open and closed, with a dark walnut stain inside. Subtle but iconic 'proud' or 'raised posts' (popularized by Gustav Stickley) flank the upper shelf surface. The desk originates from Rochester, New York. Unfortunately, the original key is no longer with it; we recommend looping a decorative tassel through the keyhole of the desktop lid to make it easier to pull open.
The desk writing surface is 29.5" high when open.
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- Dimensions
- 34ʺW × 17.5ʺD × 41.5ʺH
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Table Knee Clearance
- 29.5 in
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Copper
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- The desk is solid and sturdy, and all drawers open and close smoothly without any resistance. The many panels of … moreThe desk is solid and sturdy, and all drawers open and close smoothly without any resistance. The many panels of tiger-striped quarter-sawn oak and decorative molding create color variation throughout the piece, as evident in the photos. The original finish on the drop front has some subtle wavy texture, consistent with age. There is a dark mark in the middle of the drop front 'X'. The shelf top shows obvious circular cup or vase marks, some fading and loss to the finish, and some dark, burn-like marks. The desktop has minor marks and discoloration consistent with the age. All wear and imperfections mentioned here are visible in the photos. less
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