AFA 18th Anniversary

an exceptional sheraton period desk and bookcase made for the Penniman family of New Braintree, ma . Mahogany, with mahogany veneers and pine secondary wood. Probably made in Salem, c.1815–20. In an old dry surface retaining its original red wash throughout the interior. 72" long, 96" to tip of central finial. Complete with photos of the Penniman mansion, photos showing the bookcase in place, letters from the family, and the bill of sale from the Penniman family to its second owner in 1913. Acquired from the museum to which it was loaned by that owner in 1964. 24 parker st, newbury, ma 01951 • (978) 465-2754 • peter@petereaton.com • w ww.petereaton.com Peter H. Eaton Exhibiting at theWinter Antiques Show a m e r i c a n f u r n i t u r e Park Avenue Armory, New York, january 19-28