Antique American Federal Hepplewhite Mahogany Slant Drop Front Secretary Desk

Description

his antique American Federal period Hepplewhite slant-front desk is meticulously crafted from warm, richly grained mahogany dating back to the early 19th century (circa 1800–1820). The case is structurally anchored by distinctive, outward-flared French feet which flank a beautifully scalloped and valanced lower apron. Its front facade is dominated by four full-width graduated storage drawers that progressively deepen toward the base, each boasting precise hand-dovetailed joinery and detailed with traditional individual brass keyhole escutcheons and classic oval brass bail pull handles. Along the top edges of the main casing, robust hand-cut dovetails are proudly exposed, showcasing the authentic, high-quality craftsmanship of the period. Above the drawer stacks, the sharply angled hinged slant lid features a simple, circular brass peekaboo keyhole cover and drops forward onto wooden loper supports to reveal a highly symmetrical interior writing gallery. This organized workspace features a central inlaid tabernacle door flanked by twelve small document drawers arranged in balanced columns, all fitted with tiny delicate pull knobs, sitting directly above a deep open letter well.

Condition

Good Antique Condition; General wear from use and age. Some scuffs to the lld. Edge wear and marking. Key included but does not lock;

Dimensions

38.5"w x 20.5"d x 41.75"h, surface h 29.75"