19th Century Federal Mahogany Secretary. Top with molded edge revealing storage, set over three single door cabinets concealing drawers and storage, over the writing surface, with four graduated drawers beneath, with a shaped apron and outswept bracket feet. Inlaid decoration throughout including banding around the drawers and doors, as well as columns flaking the cabinet section. First half 19th century. {Approximate dimensions: 54 high x 43 wide x 19 1/2 inches deep.}. Deaccessioned from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Condition: Writing surface is missing felt. Apparent original brasses, with minor damage. Two locking mechanisms in the drawers are removed. Hinges to top appear later. Some small losses to veneer and inlay, mainly around the edges of the drawers and doors. Splits in the side panels. Appropriate wear for the pieces age.