Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Secretary Desk w Bookcase

Description: Store Item: Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Secretary Writing Desk with Bookcase Description: Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Blockfront Secretary Writing Desk. Made from mahogany with a high sheen finish. This exception example of a late 18th century piece features an ornately scalloped slant front over three graduated dovetailed drawers with solid brass batwing hardware. The dropfront opens to 17 additional drawers and pigeon holes. The upper bookcase features an open pediment with three carved finials over three elongated doors each with upper shell carvings. The doors open to additional shelf spacing. The secretary is supported by bracket feet. The original retail price for this desk was over $56,000.00 The original of this Mahogany desk and bookcase, made for the Updyke family in the 1770s, is one of ten block-fronted examples crafted by members of the Townsend and Goddard families of Kingston and Newport, Rhode Island. Block fronting, or the raised-recessed-raised triad of panels with the shell as an integral part of each, is considered to be uniquely American. The last one remaining in private hands was sold at Christie’s on June 3, 1989 for $12.1 million, a world record-breaking price. The hand carving represents 37 hours by meticulous Kindel artisans to achieve the beautiful and precise look of the original. Condition Report: Very Good condition with light scuffs, scratches and wear. Beautiful showpiece. Measurements: 98" H X 45" W X 25" D Buyer responsible to arrange and pay for shipping. Buyer may pick up locally for free, however local pickup without shipper must pay Ohio sales tax of 6.5%. We may be able to give a shipping quote for locations within 300 miles of Canton, Ohio. Please send a message to inquire about shipping. The Wythe Company, LLC specializes in pre-owned high quality furniture and antiques, which are sold "As Is" without any warranties, representations or guarantees of any kind. Items are pre-owned and will show the usual signs of scuffs, scratches, wear and use. Upholstered items may have wear, tears and stains associated with usage. Please do not hesitate to message for additional photos, details or dimensions. Buyer is responsible to conduct a full investigation before buying. All information displayed is represented to the best of our knowledge, and can be judgmental or subjective. All dimensions and/or measurements are approximate and can vary. No international buyers please, and items must be paid in full within 10 days of auction end. Buyer must have item picked up within 45 days of purchase. Any items not picked up after 45 days after purchase are subject to a $45.00 per week storage fee. Storage fees must be paid before the item will be released. Sales Tax Disclosure: Ohio residents must add 6.5% sales tax. Sales Tax Disclosure: Ebay is required to collect all sales tax from states that require them to collect it base on a supreme court ruling South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc. on June 21, 2018. Shipping: All Shipping is third party and Wythe Company, LLC is not affiliated with any shipping company and makes no recommendations. This is a list of frequently used shippers, any additional details needed on shipping feel free to message. Rick ShipsAntique ExpressPlycon Vanlines Send a message once auction end to confirm pickup/shipping arrangements.Confirmation of payment and pickup/shipping must be done in advance.Store Item will not be released without confirmation of payment and pickup/shipping

Price: 9500 USD

Location: Canton, Ohio

End Time: 2024-08-13T20:26:16.000Z

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