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Georgian Chinoiserie Secretary
About the Item
An 18th century English Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase, profusely lacquered with exotic birds in a flowering landscape, pavilions and “oriental” figures on a black ground. The upper section is enclosed by a pair of doors, the lower has a fall front and fitted interior The cornice is molded and the desk is raised on bracket feet. There are a number of devious false drawers and cubby holes which shall be revealed to the purchaser.
- Dimensions:Height: 85 in (215.9 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
- Style:Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1780
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally repolished.
- Seller Location:Montreal, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: F19661stDibs: LU875338054432
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