Mid 19th century, pine. Original worn reddish brown graining on case, case with applied top molding, solid ends, three lower dovetailed drawers, and drop front writing surface. Interior has blue graining on writing surface and nine dovetailed drawers decorated to imitate Delft tiles. Dovetailed frame has nicely cut out apron and is a later replacement. Overall wear, age splits, touch up to interior drawers where knobs have been changed. 40"h. 37"w. 21.5"d. overall. From the Collection of Maxine and Dave Tronnes, Mitchell, South Dakota.

03-17-21 New base painted to match top. Age split on right side, some edge damage and wear, stains on top with only traces of bittersweet base paint. Writing surface has wear appropriate with use. Replaced leather straps to hold desk have broken off near nails.