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FEDERAL SLANT-TOP DESK WITH A SHAPED SKIRT

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
The tall base with the lobed, shaped skirt, supported by a more refined flared French foot, are the desk’s strongest features. Coupled with the original surface and overall condition, they constitute a fine example of high country furniture.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Birch, pine secondary
Condition:	Good. Retains original red wash and varnish surface
Creation Date:	ca. 1795-1810
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Federal
Dealer Reference #:	F-CP-STD 001
Incollect Reference #:	359127

Dimensions

W.	38.75 in;	H.	41 in;	D.	20.25 in;	H.2.	31 in;
W.	98.43 cm;	H.	104.14 cm;	D.	51.44 cm;	H.2.	78.74 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.