Secrétaire - Writing cabinet

English root mahogany writing desk with the rise or “bureau bookcase.” Nuts and root-nut veneer finished with “honey-patina” as the finish. Pleasant warm patina. The four drawers of the lower cabinet rest on four bracket feet. Behind the flap a beautifully balanced interior with open compartments and drawers, with a small cellar, writing surface lined with cognac calfskin leather. Rise with doors and 2 pull-out shelves for candlesticks. (not included). Interior of the rise with nine drawers, olivewood veneer on oak. All trim work, as usual, in small pieces of nat-h wood. Drawers retain their original gilded knop handles. Locks original and keys working. The bureau is of very good quality in authentic condition and in good and ready-to-use condition. Small 19th-century restorations, well executed. Entirely dismantlable into three parts. United Kingdom, George I ca. 1717 - 1740 Dimensions: H 203.5 cm. W 100 - 114 cm. (Width – widest) D 40 cm. Upper cabinet, 62 - 68 cm. lower cabinet, 97 cm. lid open. Schrkabi-2988~ Recently thoroughly checked for loose construction parts and veneer, surface finish color and gloss. No live woodworm found on 15/10/2026 Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid. Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture. Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps. Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door. Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs. Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport. Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid nuisance. If in doubt, ask questions via the auction master before you bid. Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture. Last photos show how it is packed for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, shrink wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps. Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door. Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or if you have delivery requests (2-person delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as these may incur extra costs. Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.

Estimate:$4,490.59

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