20A
Lot 020A: Rare "Wooten" Executive's Desk, Ca. 1875
Currency:USD
Category:Everything Else / Other
Start Price:NA
Estimated At:8,000.00 - 12,000.00 USD
NOT SOLD (BIDDING OVER)
0.00USD+ applicable fees & taxes.
This item WAS NOT SOLD. Auction date was 2002 Apr 07 @ 08:00UTC-08:00 : PST/AKDT
Incredibly rare Wooten figured black cherry executive's desk, Ca. 1875. Ideal for the serious collector of investment quality Victorian American furnishings.
This desk expands and opens to reveal a full fitted interior with 52 drawers and 58 cubby holes. The left door is mounted with a cast iron slot inscribed "Letters", which leads to a glass paneled interior compartment.
This desk is executed in the "East Lake" style with incised carved flower and fan designs and turned spindle gallery. It is in very fine condition. The finish is original and the desk has been professionally polished. All original hardware is intact. Overall dimensions (closed) are 70" tall x 42" wide x 32" deep. Inscribed "Manufactured by Wooten Desk Manf. Co. Indianapolis, Ind. W.S. Wooten's Patent. Oct. 6 1874" Est. $8,000-$12,000.
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