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PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.21 Object Name 1. Hierarchical: Furnishings 2. Classification: Furniture 3. Object Term: Desk on Frame Description: Two-part construction. Upper box with flat top, unusually subtle slant front with iron hinges mounted at top edge, opening to reveal five drawers (arranged three over two) above vertical front case with brass escutcheon. The upper box resting on a stand with bold upper molding, shaped skirt, four turned legs with ball feet joined by a simple box stretcher. Marked (yes or no): no If yes, transcribe directly: -- Date of Manufacture: circa 1750 Company or Place of Manufacture: possibly Delaware Valley Materials: mahogany, pine, iron, brass Overall dimensions in inches: 1. height: 35" 2. width: 35" 3. depth: 23"
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