James Shoolbred mahogany knee-hole desk
4'x2'4"x2'10" with two drawers on the back top and with a middle section for writing paper. The desk proper has 4 drawers on either side and one middle one. The top is of inlaid leather with a tooled border.
Purchased in an antique store in London, England in 1986.
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Hi Gayle,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A George III style mahogany double-pedestal kneehole desk
James Shoolbred, English, mid/late 19th Century
The rectangular molded edged top section fitted with three short drawers and surmounted by a superstructure for stationary and writing implements, each pedestal comprised of a stack of three long drawers, all on a box base.
28 inches high by 48 inches wide by 34 inches deep
CONDITION: wear commensurate with age and use
PROVENANCE: acquired at an antique dealer in London in 1986
$800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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