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Rare American House of Representatives Oak Desk
Rare American House of Representatives Oak Desk
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circa 1856, attributed to Doe Hazelton & Co., Boston, with brass label "No. 5W", crest carved with federal shield, lidded inkwell, slant lid with felt writing surface opening to open interior, trestle form base, 35-1/2 x 30 x 21 in.

Note: This Desk was designed by Thomas U. Walter, architect of the Capital, and was used in Congress from 1857-1873. Chairs and desks were ordered as part of an 1857 renovation of the House overseen by Montgomery Meigs.

Provenance: Neal Auction, $11,000, January 30, 2010 (accompanied by copy of receipt); John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee

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Rare American House of Representatives Oak Desk

Estimate $6,000 - $9,000
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Starting Price $3,000
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