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A Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Walnut Desk with Carved Interior, Circa 1785

Description
The carved shell on the prospect door of this desk is a fine example of Lancaster craftmanship and reflects a distinctive Germanic interpretation of the Philadelphia rococo style. The construction of the desk relates closely to schranks from the shop of Johannes Bachman. Condition: patches to the original feet, brass hardware is period replacement based on original witness marks.

Origin:	United States, Pennsylvania
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Walnut
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Lancaster, Pennsylvania, circa 1785.
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional, Other
Incollect Reference #:	174865