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Desk

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Collection
Wheatland
Object ID
W.1939.014.001
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Collection
Wheatland
Description
Top of desk is slanted. Top lifts to reveal a compartment fitted with pigeon holes and drawers. Cabinet supported on four heavily turned legs which are reminiscent of late Sheraton style. Piece is simple and forthright in its design and construction; pro
Made in rural Pennsylvania.
Provenance
Buchanan, James
To Buchanan, Edward Y. (brother)
To Brooke, John (Edward's grandson)
To James Buchanan Foundation
LancasterHistory
Year Range From
1820
Year Range To
1840
Last Owner
Buchanan, James
Storage Location
Wheatland, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Library
Storage Wall
South Wall
People
Buchanan, James
Subcategory
Furniture
Search Terms
James Buchanan Presidential Library
Object Name
Desk
Material
Cherry, Pine, Brass, Beize Fabric
Height (in)
43
Width (in)
36.5
Condition
Good
Condition Date
2023-10-04
Condition Notes
Some wearing and fading of green fabric
Object ID
W.1939.014.001
Accession Number
W.1939.014
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