CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY BLOCK-FRONT SLANT-LID DESK.

Circa 1770 – 1785, Massachusetts. The hinged slant-lid opening to reveal an appealing complex double step-fitted interior with an upper level of four blocked drawers over a lower step of two ledger drawers, with six cupid’s bow valenced letter slots above. At center is a patera-carved prospect door, concealing a frieze drawer and blocked lower drawer, flanked by split column mounted document drawers. Below the slant-lid, the case consists of four full-width boldly blocked graduated drawers with square blocking with pleasing radius to top and side transitions. The concave and convex blocking are in equal proportion giving the desk a potent rhythm and vertical stance. The case is cock-beaded around the drawers and lid support lopers accentuating the contour of the blocking. The complex conforming base molding (with large single dovetail to bottom board) further echoes the vigorous shaping. The claw-and-ball feet and scalloped returns are attenuated and conform to the blocked shaping. Mahogany primary wood, pine secondary wood. NOTE: The diminutive width and depth of a desk of this form are exceptional and desirable features. SIZE: 42″ h x 38-1/2″ w (case) x 20″ d. Writing surface 32-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good. Desk retains old polished surfaces with rich color and patina. Fall board hinges are replacements, minor repair at hinges, slight bowing at center of lid. Brasses are appropriate replacements in original holes. 50839-8 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2080

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2080	$9,480.00	CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY BLOCK-FRONT SLANT-LID DESK. Circa 1770 – 1785, Massachusetts. The hinged slant-lid opening to reveal an appealing complex double step-fitted interior with an upper level of four blocked drawers over a lower step of two ledger drawers, with six cupid’s bow valenced letter slots above. At center is a patera-carved prospect door, concealing a frieze drawer and blocked lower drawer, flanked by split column mounted document drawers. Below the slant-lid, the case consists of four full-width boldly blocked graduated drawers with square blocking with pleasing radius to top and side transitions. The concave and convex blocking are in equal proportion giving the desk a potent rhythm and vertical stance. The case is cock-beaded around the drawers and lid support lopers accentuating the contour of the blocking. The complex conforming base molding (with large single dovetail to bottom board) further echoes the vigorous shaping. The claw-and-ball feet and scalloped returns are attenuated and conform to the blocked shaping. Mahogany primary wood, pine secondary wood. NOTE: The diminutive width and depth of a desk of this form are exceptional and desirable features. SIZE: 42″ h x 38-1/2″ w (case) x 20″ d. Writing surface 32-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good. Desk retains old polished surfaces with rich color and patina. Fall board hinges are replacements, minor repair at hinges, slight bowing at center of lid. Brasses are appropriate replacements in original holes. 50839-8 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2080 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY BLOCK-FRONT SLANT-LID DESK.