Last quarter 18th century, probably Boston. The rectangular dovetailed case with hinged sloping lid resting on lopers. The interior fitted with two rows of document drawers above a row of valanced pigeon holes over four graduated serpentine or oxbow drawers on a molded plinth raised on well defined ball and claw feet with scalloped and shaped returns centering a scalloped pediment. Desk with replacement brasses representative of the period in original holes. The lid a single board of figured mahogany. SIZE: 44″ h x 42″ w x 22″ d. PROVENANCE: Original contents from the estate of Louise Alida Livingston, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. Removed from the family home, Greenport L. I., N.Y. CONDITION: Original cleaned surfaces with normal and expected wear, light soiling good color and patina, overall very good. 51941-11 (1,500-2,500)