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THBRare American House of Representatives Oak Desk
About Seller
PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveFeb 4, 2023
Premier Auction - Session II - Lots 731-1129 Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
circa 1856, attributed to Doe Hazelton & Co., Boston, with brass label "No. 5W", crest carved with federal shield, lidded inkwell, slant lid with felt writing surface opening to open interior, trestle form base, 35-1/2 x 30 x 21 in.
Note: This Desk was designed by Thomas U. Walter, architect of the Capital, and was used in Congress from 1857-1873. Chairs and desks were ordered as part of an 1857 renovation of the House overseen by Montgomery Meigs.
Provenance: Neal Auction, $11,000, January 30, 2010 (accompanied by copy of receipt); John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition
very good overall, top with minor stains and water rings, baize writing surface replaced, typical minor cracks and separations, minor losses to five scrolls and one rosette at back, typical bumps at corners and moldings, other scattered minor surface flaws
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