Lot 177: George I Burl Walnut Kneehole Desk
George I Burl Walnut Kneehole Desk
having rectangular top with feather-banded inlay above a long drawer opening to a fitted writing surface and compartments, over a drawer and arched kneehole recess fitted with a cupboard door flanked by three drawers to each side, large brass side handles, raised on bracket feet, early 18th century
height 32 1/2 inches, width 32 inches, depth 21 inches
Provenance: From a Park Avenue, New York, estate (no receipt available, information came from family database)
Apter-Fredericks, London; purchased ($38,384)
Presents well, age cracks to the top and sides, light scratching to surface, veneer loss to back right foot and under front drawer, interior with wear consistent with age
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Estimate: $3000- $5000
Auction Date: January 1, 2026
