Gilbert Rohde (American, 1894-1944). Mansonia Secretary, circa 1935, Herman Miller Furniture Company, Zeeland, Michigan...

Description

Gilbert Rohde (American, 1894-1944)
Mansonia Secretary, circa 1935, Herman Miller Furniture Company, Zeeland, Michigan
African walnut
44 x 32 x 15 inches (111.8 x 81.3 x 38.1 cm)

FROM THE ESTATE OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER VIKTOR SCHRECKENGOST

The secretary front lower to a writing surface and interior is fitted with seven shelves, a small stamp drawer and a thermometer, all above three long drawers, each is fitted with stylized, turned handles. Listed in the Herman Miller Company Catalog as #5254.

PROVENANCE:
Purchased from Herman Miller Furniture Company through Allen Brothers Furniture Store, Sebring, Ohio, October 1935.

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