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Antique Desktop Specimen Case, English, Miniature Chest of Drawers, Victorian

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This is an antique desktop specimen case. An English, mahogany and brass miniature chest of drawers in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Beautifully presented miniature collectors case with an Art Nouveau flourish Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout Graced with rich caramel hues to the fine casework Arranged as a two over a trio of full-width graduated drawers Each dressed with striking brass drop handles with grape motif Deep fascia and broad dovetail joints to each drawer box Raised upon a continuous bracket foot with shaped aprons This is a charming antique desktop specimen case, with great colour and a useful suite of drawers. Ideal for the collector, delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 38cm (15'') Max Depth: 28cm (11'') Max Height: 40.5cm (16'') Small Drawer Width: 14cm (5.5'') Small Drawer Depth: 20cm (7.75'') Small Drawer Height: 4cm (1.5'') Wide Drawer Width: 31cm (12.25'') Wide Drawer Depth: 22cm (8.75'') Wide Drawer Heights: 5cm (1.5''); 6cm (2.25''); 7cm (2.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 11.03 in (28 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 248711stDibs: LU2645342419182

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