1st Edition French Furniture Makers / The Art of the Ebaniste from Louis XIV to the Revolution, by Alexandre Pradere. Published by the J. Paul Getty Museum, 1989. Hardcover with jacket, excellent condition. Dimensions: 12.5" x 10" x 1.75".
Early American drop front paymaster's desk circa 1840-1860. Excellent original condition with secret compartment and full interior. The interior was designed to hold daily ledgers. The case is solid mahogany and the interior is maple with birdseye maple drawer fronts. Measures 59” high, 29" high to the writing surface, 33” wide at the case, 35.75" wide at the crest, 9.5" deep at the top, and 20.5" deep at the base.
American cherry cabinet with sliding doors circa 1830. Perfectly matched cherry boards with no heartwood. Two part construction. The upper section has a tapered crest, fixed shelves, divided light doors with molded grilles, and original blown glass panes. The lower section has 2 flat paneled doors, cubbyhole interior, and a tapered foot base. Measures 58.5 W at crest, 53.5 W at case, 12.25 D at crest, 9.75 D at case, base is 23 H, top is 62.5 H, shelves are 7 D and shelf clearance is 11.5. This cabinet may have been a mercantile display piece. We like it as a bookcase.
American Victorian arch top hall mirror c1860. Fine original condition. Solid walnut molded frame with gold leaf liner and original wide backboards. Measures 77.25 inches high and 36 inches wide. Perfect for a foyer or bedroom.
American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, first edition, 2 volumes in slipcase, published by Highland House in 1969. The red leather bindings are clean and sharp, the gilt lettering is worn, and the pages are like new. There is light wear to the slipcase. Measures 12 x 9 x 2 inches.