Lot 60
A Rare American Carved Mahogany Convertible Desk and Chair, c. 1854, attributed to Stephen Hedges, New York, oval foldover top with inset leather writing surface, mechanical case opening to reveal a chair, desk interior fitted with a drawer, all on cabriole legs, casters, panels with ripple molding, height 29 1/4 in., width 35 1/8 in., depth 27 in Note: Several examples of this patented desk are known, including examples conserved at Gallier House, New Orleans, LA; the Museum of the City of New York; the Morris-Jumel Mansion, New York; and another was sold on-site, from the collection of Dr. George Crozat, Houmas House, Burnside, Louisiana by Neal Auction Company, lot 329, May 2003.
Starting Bid: $2000
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