Furniture and Works of Art - 10th March 2009

Lot 488

A 19th century mahogany bureau bookcase

Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £820

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Description

A 19th century mahogany bureau bookcase, inlaid fan marquetry and satinwood banding, the moulded cornice above a pair of astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves, the hinged fall to pigeon holes and drawers, above four long graduated drawers on bracket feet, 89.75in (228cm) h, 41in (104.3cm) w, 20.25in (51.2cm) d. Old repairs, losses and restorations. Possibly Channel Islands.