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18th Century Lacquer and Gilt Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase
$25,064.85
£18,500
€21,646.86
CA$34,528.49
A$38,669.73
CHF 20,177.23
MX$472,334.14
NOK 256,713.10
SEK 241,982.87
DKK 161,547.87
About the Item
18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Bureau Bookcase
Item Code: S26-61
A striking 18th century chinoiserie bureau bookcase, decorated throughout in later red lacquer with hand-painted gilt scenes of pagodas, figures, landscapes, and exotic flora. The architectural cornice with gilt shell cresting and carved finials frames an arched mirrored door that opens to reveal a fitted interior. Below, the fall-front desk opens to a beautifully detailed interior of drawers and pigeonholes, leading to three full-length drawers with brass handles and escutcheons. Raised on shaped bracket feet, this piece exemplifies the finest in George II period craftsmanship and oriental influence.
Key Features:
Hand-painted gilt chinoiserie motifs
Mirrored arched door with architectural pediment and gilt decoration
Fitted interior with cubbyholes, drawers, and finely painted writing surface
Three full-length drawers with brass swan-neck handles
Carved bracket feet and shaped lower apron
A rare and decorative collector’s piece
Dimensions:
Width: 91.5 cm
Depth: 59 cm
Height: 245 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 96.5 in (245.11 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1780
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chelmsford, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: S26-611stDibs: LU2494328151542
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