English and Continental Furniture, Barometers, Clocks and Works of Art - 15th May 2007

Lot 298

A mid 18th century Austrian walnut Shreibshrank

Estimate £8,000 - £12,000 | Hammer £27000

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Description

A mid 18th century Austrian walnut Shreibshrank, of arc d'arbelette form, the ogee moulded cornice with scrolls and a central leaf and foliage cresting, above a central cupboard door with two shelves above a drawer flanked by five further drawers each side, the hinged fall to pigeon holes and shaped front drawers, the base with three long drawers all fitted original shaped brass plates handles, on bun feet, 89.5in (227.5cm) h, 27in (68.5cm) w, 45.5in (115.5cm) d.