SHERATON TWO-PART SECRETARY
Massachusetts, Circa 1820
In mahogany and mahogany veneer. Pediment with paneled moldings and three urn-form finials. Upper case with two black and gilt reverse-painted glass panels above arched glazed and paneled doors. Interior with two adjustable shelves, drawers and pigeonholes. Lower case with a fold-out writing surface, three graduated full-width drawers and turned legs.
Height 83î. Width 39î. Depth 20.5î.

Finials of the period and probably original. Central finial broken and reglued. Repair to back left corner of upper case. Right side panel with three age splits professionally filled with newer pieces.

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