$3,998
Carved Maple and Tiger Maple Slant-lid Desk, probably southeastern New Hampshire, late 18th century, lid opens to a stepped interior, on case of four drawers and shaped bracket base centering a carved shell, brasses appear original, old refinish, ht. 42, wd. 36, dp. 17 3/4 in. Provenance: Peter H. Eaton Antiques, Inc., Newbury, Massachusetts, to the current owner. Estimate $4,000-6,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-04
