Furniture & Works of Art - 7th January 2014
Lot 267
λAn early 19th century Anglo-Chinese padouk campaign secretaire chest
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £2600
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Description
λAn early 19th century Anglo-Chinese padouk campaign secretaire chest, in three parts, the top with a pair of pleated fabric grille doors enclosing two adjustable shelves, the base inlaid ivory stringing, the secretaire drawer with pigeon holes and two drawers, one with divisions for pen and ink, with a central cupboard door, above two short and two long drawers, all with sunken brass handles, some brass locks replaced, the sides with brass carrying handles, 65¾in (167.2cm) high, 38in (96.5cm) wide, 19¾in (50.5cm) deep.