The "Wendell Brother" Desk

This particular desk is named after the guy I purchased the desk from...it was not his..but it was his brother's. Wendell was selling this desk for his brother who lost all his belongings during the flood in Minot. How did I come across Wendell? A website called Bisman...which is what Craigslist is in North Dakota. I saw this desk and it says "Make an Offer." Now, one thing I do not like about buying from "OBO (or best offer), or "Make an Offer," is naming the price. I know how much I would pay for the piece, but would I really want to pay that much especially for an antique or vintage piece that has so much history? YEAH!  Well, I gave it a shot. I messaged and said "$30.00." The lady messaged me back and accepted my offer, and told me that the desk was ready to be picked up from her parents house. I went there the next day with my hubby and my daughter, only to find this cute little old man selling his brother treasured items that has been saved from his home. It has so much history, I can almost picture his brother sitting by the desk, taking a break from writing..with his tobacco pipe. I only say this, because when I opened the table, I could smell the tobacco. Others would have been turned off, but little things like that add character...besides paint will kill that odor. Anyways, after chatting we said Goodbye to Wendell...hoping he will call me soon...his wife's Aunt's is moving...and she has many great pieces that I would love so he tells me...he keeps in touch...but I am still waiting on the "CALL." Till next time...here's the "Wendell Brother" Desk, white and distressed, with all the original knobs....Enjoy!!!

On top of the desk is a mirror I purchased when we first bought our condo back east in '07...it was on sale for 24 dollars at Homegoods...I never forget details ;)  Not sure if the desk will be staying in our living room or will be used as a vanity/desk in our bedroom...

 Look at the beautiful original drawer liners on this piece!