AMERICAN EMPIRE MAHOGANY FLIP-TOP DESK.early 19th century. Rectangular raised top with back splash above three frieze drawers; hinged flip-top over single frieze drawer with brass pulls; turned and fluted legs - Closed, 38 in. x 37 1/2 in. x 21 in. Estimate $300-500
PROVENANCE: Estate of Robert William Armacost, Baltimore, MD
abrasions, scratches and hairline age cracks to surface; repaired area to closed flip top; household paint on one foot; scattered abrasions to legs and feet