re: Question about my antique desk

Thank you! I bought this desk from an ex co-worker about 5 years ago. He was only asking $250 for it which I thought was a steal so I couldn’t pass it up. I inherited a desk last September when a family member passed at the age of 86 and not having room for two large desks I decided to sell this one so I started doing research on it to see if I could find out anything on the date, manufacturer, etc.

After a little digging I discovered it was made in the mid 19th century. The cabriole legs, ball & claw feet and gadrooned molding are in the style of Queen Anne or Chippendale and the antique brass drawer pulls are more Victorian.

I contacted Sotheby’s of NY and they have agreed to sell my desk on commission. I’m glad it will go to a good home and maybe I’ll make a little profit on it as well. So happy ending. ?