Bidspirit auction | American Federal Cherry Secretary Bookcase,


American Federal Cherry Secretary Bookcase, Early 19th Century - Handsome Federal period secretary bookcase in solid cherry, early 19th century, featuring a sharply pitched pediment crown above a pair of glazed cabinet doors opening to a clean two-shelf interior. Below, a fall-front writing surface reveals a fitted interior with scalloped pigeonholes, two small drawers, and a central prospect compartment. The lower section is fitted with a single long drawer over turned legs with ringed decoration and tapering feet. Retains warm, even color throughout with pleasing age character. 82 in. H, 37 in. W, 25 in. D. Condition: Very good overall; expected surface wear, small age marks, and minor abrasions; fall-front hinges functional; interior clean with age-consistent toning; glass with typical early waviness; structurally sound.