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Early 18th Century George Il "Bureau Bookcase"
$14,000
£10,636.54
€12,223.62
CA$19,664.72
A$21,404.55
CHF 11,341.50
MX$257,422.09
NOK 144,204.34
SEK 132,147.32
DKK 91,309.72
About the Item
Made of deeply patinated walnut. Crowned with a dentil cornice above original arched mirrored doors retaining the original gilded carved moulding.
Flanked by fluted columns with two candle slides over a book-matched fall front concealing a beautiful stepped interior with 6 drawers, 2 secret drawers with columns, and a red leather writing surface. The four drawers are cock-beaded and inlaid with herringbone stringing—all retaining the original brass hardware and shaped bracket feet. Made in England circa 1730.
- Dimensions:Height: 85 in (215.9 cm)Width: 43 in (109.22 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1730
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Middleburg, VA
- Reference Number:Seller: 71291stDibs: LU872647211582
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