#467

Early Walnut Miniature Desk with Bone Inlay
Live Auction

$1,000
sold
Hero Image
Click image to enlarge
Description

8.5" (22 cm.) An early slant front desk of fine polished walnut with carved edging around the drop front and two lower drawers features two pull-out drawer supports, large wooden knobs, bone inlay keyhole, and a fitted desk interior with pencil drawer, center cabinet with door and four detailed niches. The workmanship is simple, yet most appealing, and the finish carries a fine warm patina. Late 18th century.