RARE MASSACHUSETTS SHERATON MAHOGANY SEA CAPTAIN'S DESK
written on reverse of writing panel: Warren W. H. Richards born July 7th, 1806, also This desk made by Warren W. H. Richards, January 16, 1824/Dorchester
the form is a tambour lap desk on stand; the tambour opens when the drawer is opened; slide-mounted on a turned leg base with a drawer to the apron; the desk slides to the left , it is said to adjust to the tilt of the ship, 32.5"h; 21"w; 13.5"d
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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Lot 122 : RARE MASSACHUSETTS SHERATON MAHOGANY SEA CAPTAIN'S DESK
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