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American Shell Carved Block Front Desk Desk

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American Shell Carved Block Front Desk Desk

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Description

UNITED STATES, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
A fine American shell carved block front mahogany desk. The desk is made of solid mahogany decorated with three shells carved into the lid which opens to reveal a nicely fitted interior over two side sections with graduated drawers with a central drawer decorated with a carved shell over a privacy compartment. All with brass hardware and Chippendale style carved bracket feet.40" wide by 21" deep by 40" tall.

Condition

Top surface right side shows some wear to finish, otherwise overall very good condition, a well made olid desk.

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American Shell Carved Block Front Desk Desk

Name: American Shell Carved Block Front Desk Desk
SKU: 48231580
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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