Estimate: $1,500 – $2,000
Cherry, original natural varnish finish, raised and slightly arched back, slanted lift lid, original lock is intact, interior well, tapered and turned legs, minor ink stains, Harvard or Shirley, MA, c. 1840, 24 1/2″ h (writing), 29 1/2″ h (to top of back), 21 1/4″ w, 18 1/2″ d, (Wadleigh/Wombolt collection).