
18th Century Georgian Flame Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
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18th Century Georgian Flame Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
$27,500List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 87.5 in (222.25 cm)Width: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1780-1789
- Date of Manufacture:1785
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good. French polished with minor repairs to original veneer. Some shrinkage and bowing to door fronts. The leather work surface is early 20th century.
- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU255336849853
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