April 27, 2024: Spring Fine & Decorative Arts - Day Two
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Lot 1268
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF VIRGINIA CHIPPENDALE-STYLE WALNUT SLANT-FRONT DESK
Estimate: $200 - $300
Sold for
$492
Sold Price includes BP
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 |
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF VIRGINIA CHIPPENDALE-STYLE WALNUT SLANT-FRONT DESK, dovetailed case, the hinged slant lid concealing a fitted interior featuring central prospect door flanked by pigeon holes and small drawers, above four graduated drawers with scratch-beaded profile, flanked by solid ends, the whole raised on an applied cut-out bracket-foot base. Large interior drawer with inscription reading "Wm. M. Saufley / Sept. 20 1861". Yellow pine secondary wood. Replaced brasses. Third quarter 19th century. 46 1/2" HOA, 38" WOA, 19" DOA.
Catalogue Note: A William M. Saufley (1808-1872) is recorded as a farmer living in Friedens, Rockingham County, VA. He was a private of the company C of the 58th military infantry regiment in the Civil War.
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Condition
Good condition overall with minor scattered wear, one loper missing its pull.
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Property deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, VA. All proceeds to benefit the collection acquisition fund.
Purchased by the Rockefellers from antiques dealer William Bozarth, Williamsburg, VA.
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