English & Continental Furniture, Barometers, Clocks, Weapons & Works of Art - 4th September 2007

Lot 322

An early 19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase

Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £900

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Description

An early 19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase, of narrow proportions, the pair of astragal glazed doors with ebonized stringing enclosing adjustable shelves, the base with a hinged fall revealing pigeon holes, drawers and a separate writing slope, above three long drawers fitted later circular pierced brass plate handles on splay bracket feet, back left missing, 92in (233.5cm) h, 38in (96.5cm) w, 14.5in (37cm) d. Old restoration.