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Rare Near Pair of Regency Bookcases

$84,000per set
£62,481.80per set
€73,153.84per set
CA$117,208.53per set
A$131,159.63per set
CHF 68,485.39per set
MX$1,612,471.12per set
NOK 864,022.22per set
SEK 813,040.65per set
DKK 545,783.74per set
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About the Item

A rare near pair of English Regency period secretary or bookcases with rosewood, ebony, mahogany and satinwood inlay. The fitted drawers in the fall front are slightly different in color as is the leather inside. The number of rings turned in the interior drawer pulls also differs and there is also one more ridge in the moulding that meets the upper section with the lower. Beautiful workmanship and patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1815
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading on leather consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ELS - 530271stDibs: LU91862018552

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