May Online Auction (Sale #289)
Lot 514:
Description
Biedermeier Abattant Secretary
Having stone surface on top of wood body comprised of an upper drawer over (4) locking compartments of with applied metal adornments around keyholes, the largest compartment opens into a drop front desk having leather surface and reveals multiple drawers and storage spaces, including center drawer that pulls out completely to provide access to a hidden compartment and (3) remaining lockable drawers below; supported by (4) legs
Property from: a Highland Park, Illinois collector
Height: 58 1/4 inches, Width: 38 inches, Depth: 19 1/2 inches
Condition: Good, overall light to moderate wear consistent with age and normal use; stone surface having areas of discoloration; occasional scuffs and scratches throughout; keyhole adornment around uppermost compartment missing nail and having swung down causing friction wear to area around it; wood having light expansion along grain in few areas; missing key; drop front portion is open but in locked position and cannot be completely secured upright without key / modification to lock; light wear to the interior leather surface and its embossed gold
Category: Furniture > American
Estimated Sale Time: 5:00 pm CST
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Sales Tax: California (7.25%), Florida (6%), Georgia (8.5%), Kansas (6.5%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6%), Washington (10.5%)
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Last modified: May 7, 2022, 11:47 am
Condition: Good, overall light to moderate wear consistent with age and normal use; stone surface having areas of discoloration; occasional scuffs and scratches throughout; keyhole adornment around uppermost compartment missing nail and having swung down causing friction wear to area around it; wood having light expansion along grain in few areas; missing key; drop front portion is open but in locked position and cannot be completely secured upright without key / modification to lock; light wear to the interior leather surface and its embossed gold
Dimensions: 58.25 x 38 x 19.5 in
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