Description
This piece is a one-of-a-kind handmade desk once used by a postmaster in the parcel service. This piece originated in the mid-1800s. Masterful woodworking skill was poured into this desk, as evident by the minute details of the piece. Each board of the desk is conjoined with hand-carved dovetailing, while the bottoms of the drawers feature beveled edges for ease of use when sliding in & out of their compartments. This beautiful piece is in excellent condition for its age, with only small marks visible on the legs. The finish has been preserved well, & will shine for years to come. The desk measures 41"W x 36"L x 37"H. The writing surface is 30"H from the floor. The top four drawers measure 7"W x 11.5" in depth. The bottom two drawers each measure 15.25"W x 18" in depth. Bulbs for light fixtures are not included unless specified Our items may contain rust, dust, grease, or grit. All of our pieces are reclaimed from industrial environments where they may have been exposed to years of use & weathering. As such, each piece has character. Industrial Artifacts cannot be held responsible for matters of taste regarding the character of a piece. ALL ITEMS ARE INSURED FOR THEIR FULL VALUE. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: Due to the high value of some of our items, many items shipped to internationally cannot always be insured for their full value. in these cases, we will insure them to the full extent available, but will not be responsible for additional damages above the available insured amount. International items are shipped via USPS or UPS; please become familiar with the insurance policy associated with your country. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DUTIES & TAXES THAT MAY APPLY. REFUNDS: A 10% restocking fee will be applied to refunded purchases wherein the buyer no longer wishes to complete the transaction. SHIPPING & FREIGHT : All pieces are shipped F.O.B. from our facility in DeKalb, IL. Shipping charges will change based on location & delivery method. Please contact us for an accurate quote. All freight shipments subject to agreement upon purchase. FREE SHIPPING MAY ONLY APPLY TO FREIGHT TERMINAL DELIVERY. Free shipping only applies to the continental United States. Please contact us for details. The cost of shipping freight items & large items may change based on destination & use of a freight terminal. All quotes are considered "good" up to 10 days from date issued. A 2 - 4 week period is to be expected for freight delivery. Packaging your freight safely & contracting the most valuable broker is our highest priority in order to save you money & time. Conditions apply for delivery to commercial addresses, use of a lift gate, or carry-in (white glove) service. Please inquire for further details. AB - 102803 - 080118 C. Mid 1800S Handcrafted Postmaster's Desk
