This is elegant antique George III period flame mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, circa 1820 in date.
It is of wonderful quality, has a rich and striking grain, and has been accomplished in beautiful flame mahogany. The top part has a decorative stepped moulded cornice over astragal glazed doors with shelving in three sections , each with three original shelves. The shelves are adjustable and can suit all sizes of books.
The bottom section has a large secretaire drawer to the centre, with a drop front falling to show a fully fitted interior comprising various pigeon holes above five small drawers, and an inset gold tooled green leather writing surface, this over three large drawers. Each lower end section has a useful drawer over a cupboard that opens to reveal a central shelf.
The bookcase comes apart into nine pieces for ease of transport.
Complete with working locks and keys.
Instil the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique bookcase.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned waxed and polished in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
The bottom section has a large secretaire drawer to the centre, with a drop front falling to show a fully fitted interior comprising various pigeon holes above five small drawers, and an inset gold tooled green leather writing surface, this over three large drawers. Each lower end section has a useful drawer over a cupboard that opens to reveal a central shelf.
The bookcase comes apart into nine pieces for ease of transport.
Complete with working locks and keys.
Instil the elegance of a bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique bookcase.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned waxed and polished in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 244 cm x Width 217 cm x Depth 56 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 8 foot x Width 7 feet, 1 inch x Depth 1 foot, 10 inches
Our reference: A4599
Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse.
