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A walnut secretary desk and bookcase commissioned by Captain John Cowan (1748-1823), one of the first settlers of Kentucky, the piece dated 1796, the only Kentucky-made case piece of its kind that has yet been identified; image credit on full record.
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Furniture: Secretary; Chippendale, Walnut, Broken-Arch Pediment, Sunflower Rosettes, 2 Paneled Doors, Slant Lid, 4 Drawers, Ogee Bracket Feet, 2 Parts.

The Captain John Cowan (1748-1823) Kentucky secretary desk and bookcase, American, 1796. A two piece-desk and upper bookcase, constructed entirely of ... [more detail available via subscription]

p4A Item F7953405
Category:  furniture    Origin:  Kentucky
Type:  secretaries    Year:  1796

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