Unsure if it's a secretary desk or gradin. I gave it a "quick cleaning" prior to taking the pictures, and due to the intricate woodwork, I will need some time to clean properly. It is good condition, but with several surface scratches and wear along the back edge. Should I opt to sell, it will not be before I've had a chance to learn the value, and complete restoration.
Dimensions
"45x"34X "17
Acquired From:
Inherited
Hi David, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. This is a nice piece of furniture but the market for it is pretty soft at the moment - more supply than demand, which keeps the value relatively soft. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage Gothic Revival carved oak escritoire American or European, probably second quarter 20th Century (1925-1950) Of rectangular section, the corresponding top with partial lunette-carved railing and fitted with two small drawers, on a trestle base with shaped foliate-carved brackets. 34 inches high, 45 inches wide, 17 inches deep CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with some wear commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: inherited $300-500* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
