A Continental Walnut Miniature Linen Press and a George III Mahogany Miniature Slant-Front Desk

Late 18th century/19th century

H: 20, W: 12 3/4, D: 7 in. (linen press); H: 13 1/4, W: 11 1/2, D: 7 1/2 in. (desk)

PROVENANCE:

The Estate of a Prominent Philadelphia Lady.

Linen press: one wood block for upper case broken off, shelf and block present. One back backboard has fallen out of alignment. One of the bottom case doors is locked and does not open. Key not present. Some splitting to wood, primarily to top board and front doors. Light scraches and wear to surface and edges, commensurate with age. Slant front desk: some scratches and wear to surface and edges, some dents to corners, commensurate with age and use. Drawers inside desk are possibly later replacements. Top drawer with repair, break to bottom of drawer, slightly disloged in drawer frame.