u/Applesandbananas333

I found this at the thrift store and bought it because of how stunning it is. I’d love to know more about this piece if anyone has any info to share.

Restoring a ~1910 sewing machine cabinet for myself and I need to (try to) patch a big chunk of missing veneer. Thanks!

I recently got this singer sewing machine desk from 1909. I am not at all well versed in wordworking. I am looking to preserve the original features of this piece as much as I possibly can. That being said, the veneer on the top surface of the desk looks to be in bad shape. I am requesting opinions please- should I try to repair this veneer with a filler/patchwork veneer situation, or should I just take it off and replace with something as similar as possible (I think this is red oak???). Suggestions greatly appreciated, I am in over my head!