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Unusual 18th-19th Century Continental Secretary Bookcase
$3,650
£2,769.54
€3,166.72
CA$5,098.06
A$5,668.35
CHF 2,959.70
MX$68,997.61
NOK 37,764.47
SEK 35,383.51
DKK 23,633.79
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Figured wood veneer, the top with a carved cornice over double doors. They open to two shelves over drawers and cubby holes. A middle frieze with three drawers (lacking a key) over the lower projecting case with slant front with green felt writing surface. Three long drawers with foliate brass knob pulls. Tapering column supports with carved rosettes on the bottom, raised on turned turnip feet. The lower case with recessed side panels.Some level of restoration may be desired.
Dimensions: Width. 43 1/4", Depth 22", Height. 74"
Condition: There are some age-related scrapes to the doors, stable age cracks, scratches and stains to the slant front, scratches to interior surfaces, some veneer losses, wear and fading to writing surface, chip to lower frame on the right. The aforementioned is for accuracy, and while some level of restoration may be desired, the presentation is fine and strong. Please see photos for details.
- Dimensions:Height: 74 in (187.96 cm)Width: 43.25 in (109.86 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
- Style:Georgian (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Bridgeport, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: 1822051stDibs: LU1755233402412

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