Secretariat Desk in the Mezzanine

Likely intended for secretariat or collegiate use, this writing desk joins two working spaces with organizational caddies and a built-in brass lamp in the middle. While the caddy joins the spaces, it also privatizes the work done on each side. The caddy is simple in design with rounded edges to offer minimal embellishment. The banner of the desk expands on detail with panels of floral relief on each side. The banner graduates into each leg with scrolling edges that appear to be dripping downward, suiting the rich red finish of the wood. The legs are narrow with segments shaped on a lathe to achieve lightness while conjoining footrests ensure stability.
19th c. Secretariat Desk
19th c. Secretariat Desk, detail
19th c. Secretariat Desk, alternate view
19th c. Secretariat Desk, in situ
19th c. Secretariat Desk, chairs
Inventory
Collection Number
17399
Building
Current Location
Mezzanine
Floor
2nd
Description
Details
This is a 19th-century partner secretariat desk with a built-in brass lamp.
Artist
Framed
No
Width
36 inches
Height
30 inches
Length
42 inches
Donor
Library Owns
No
Permissions
Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape
Yes
Reproduce
Library has Photography Rights
Yes
Photograph
Permit the general public to photograph the work
Yes
Slides/Video