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The Canada Auction Series: Property From The Estate of Roland Michener

May 27 — June 01, 2023
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LOT 620

Lot 620

Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873

Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873
Lot 620 Details
Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873

the walnut partners desk with leather inset top and drawers on either side
31 x 60 x 41 in — 78.7 x 152.4 x 104.1 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $5,535
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873
  • Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873
  • Sir John A. Macdonald's East Block Office Desk, Parliament Buildings, Ottawa, 1866-1873
Provenance:

By repute: The current lot was Sir John A. Macdonald's and used in the East Block of the Parliament Building in Ottawa, then later presented to Michener by a descendant of the first prime minister.

CONDITION DETAILS

Sun bleached. Some drawer stop blocks missing. Inset leather top replaced.
Provenance verbal only and is based on Michener's statement to his children, but without documentation.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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