American Late Classical Secretary Bookcase
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Description
American Late Classical Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
second quarter 19th century, probably New York, the form typically associated with the manufacturing firm of Joseph Meeks & Sons, of diminutive proportions, the upper section with a projecting, flared cornice above an arched frieze and a pair of glazed doors, flanked by turned columns, the lower case with a fold-down writing surface above three long drawers, also flanked by columns and raised on turned legs.
h. 83", w. 41-1/2", d. 22"
Literature: A similar secretary is illustrated in the 1833 Broadside advertisement of Joseph Meeks & Sons, 43 & 45 Broad Street, New York, published by Endicott and Swett, New York, illustration #41.
second quarter 19th century, probably New York, the form typically associated with the manufacturing firm of Joseph Meeks & Sons, of diminutive proportions, the upper section with a projecting, flared cornice above an arched frieze and a pair of glazed doors, flanked by turned columns, the lower case with a fold-down writing surface above three long drawers, also flanked by columns and raised on turned legs.
h. 83", w. 41-1/2", d. 22"
Literature: A similar secretary is illustrated in the 1833 Broadside advertisement of Joseph Meeks & Sons, 43 & 45 Broad Street, New York, published by Endicott and Swett, New York, illustration #41.
Condition
In "as found" condition. Scattered old veneer patches to the cornice molding. Small veneer chips around the mid-section row of drawers. Shrinkage to the seams of the flip-over writing deck. Scattered rubs to the lower case. Good overall patina with a rich, dark finish.
Note: This form is typically a foot or two taller and a foot or two wider.
Dimensions
83 x 41.5 x 22 in
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American Late Classical Secretary Bookcase
Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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