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Late 19th Century Spanish Walnut Bureau Bookcase ‘Secretaire’

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A late 19th century Spanish Walnut Bureau bookcase ‘secretaire’ with fretwork open swan neck pediment, centred by a shaped finial, above a pair of doors, slant front enclosed writing surface, fitted drawers and cubbies and below two graduated wide drawers with original brass hardware, resting on bracket feet. Deep with the writing surface opens: 24.40in
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 74.22 in (188.5 cm)Width: 31.3 in (79.5 cm)Depth: 13.78 in (35 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1726229268542
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