Secretary
24 April 2022
Description

Antique secretary given to us 24 years ago by my in-laws. Unsure of wood but would like to sell, don’t know how much to ask. Had to replace a knob and small piece of one of drawer handles missing. Otherwise, just a few scrapes toward bottom. Does come in two pieces. 1ft, 9” c 9 ft.

Provenance

Unknown

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 7 hours
By Delia
Apr 24, 22:35 UTC
Fair Market Value
$500 - $800 USD
Suggested Asking Price $1,000 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Jenni,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Colonial Revival maple desk and bookcase
American, first half 20th Century
In two pieces, an outset cornice over a glazed cabinet fitted with two doors opening to a shelved interior, the lower section with paneled slant lid desk opening to a divided interior, over a long drawer over two short drawers next to a paneled cupboard door.
108 inches tall, 21 inches deep
CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with wear commensurate to age and use.
PROVENANCE: gift from family
$500-800*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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