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English Scarlet Gilt and Polychrome Japanned Secretary

$25,000
£19,006.88
€21,934.67
CA$34,993.29
A$39,183.15
CHF 20,443.81
MX$477,417.89
NOK 259,417.37
SEK 246,636.84
DKK 163,727.85
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About the Item

A marvelous 18th century scarlet gilt and poly chrome secretary later Japanned. This English secretary has a double domed cornice over a pair of mirrored doors opening to fitted interior compartments. The lower case includes a slant front writing surface and also contains a fitted interior. This all sits over two aligned drawers, two graduated drawers and bracket feet. Signed "Cardier". (lower right side of bottom drawer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 90 in (228.6 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 18th Century and Later
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The piece has had some replacements and adaptations as well as some restoration. As stated, this secretary is part 18th Century and later Japanned.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ELS - 540011stDibs: LU91863957513

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