Art Deco Style

First Half 20th Century

Desk and Armchair

mahogany, upholstery, chrome, glass

Desk | H 30 x W 53 1/2 x D 29 1/2 inches.

Property from a Private Collection, Chicago, Illinois

Appears in overall good, stable, attractive condition. Old scuffs, marks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. Having a shiny, lacquered finish. Some areas of minor flaking to finish along edges. Leather inset top appears in good condition, likely later. Top with applied adhesive pads for supporting glass top. The chair with a few areas of heavier wear and loss to finish along arms and back. Additional images available upon request.

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Mr. Berry joined the firm in 2018, approaching the category of Design with a vision and aesthetic that has brought waves of accolades to the Hindman brand. He evaluates, researches, and catalogues over 3,000 works of design each year. Prior to joining Hindman, Mr. Berry served as co-founder of Condition Report Conservation, a conservation and restoration studio focused on 20th-century design, where he worked with some of the nation’s leading galleries, collectors, institutions, and design fairs.

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