Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

November 19, 2022: Premier Americana - Day Three

Sat, Nov 19, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 2074

CIVIL WAR BIRCH OFFICER'S FIELD DESK

Estimate: $300 - $500
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
CIVIL WAR BIRCH OFFICER'S FIELD DESK, dovetailed construction, featuring a hinged lid opening to a slanted writing surface concealing two wells. Reportedly used at the Battle of Gettysburg. Lightly cleaned surface with warm color. Mid 19th century. 7 1/2" H, 33 1/8" W, 12" D.
Provenance: From the collection of Williston and Josephine Cofer, Alexandria, VA.

Condition

Very good condition with some light stains.