GEORGE I WALNUT KNEEHOLE TREASURER'S DESK,Circa 1730, with replaced hardware. Molded-edge to notched-corner top with cognac leather inset writing surface; case fitted with three aligned drawers over two lower drawers; sides constructed with four stacking and two larger faux drawers; brass escutcheons throughout; on fox-head carved, turned tapering legs and foliate-carved club feet - 31 1/2 in. x 42 1/2 in. x 27 in. Estimate $5,000-7,000
PROVENANCE: Acquired from John Keil Limited., London, in 1972
Good condition with slight abrasions, UV damage, and mild veneer repair to left portion of molded top. Light scratches to leather insert from use. Old restoration to right side of knee hole. Small loss to left interior upper corner of knee hole. Cock beaded edge of right bottom drawer present but unattached. Shrinkage and UV damage to right and left sides. Small square veneer loss to right side cock beaded edge loss to left side. Scattered light surface abrasion to legs. Hardware replacements throughout with one escutcheon to be attached. Hairline seam separations to back.
