Sale 06CN03 | Lot 2483

George III Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

Catalogue: Important English & Continental

Lot Details

Lot 2483
George III Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
Late 18th century
In two parts, the upper section with a rectangular molded cornice above a conforming case enclosing two mullion glazed panel doors, resting on the lower section fitted with a secretary drawer opening to reveal pigeonholes and small drawers, over three full graduated cock-beaded drawers, raised on bracket feet. Height 7 feet 3 1/2 inches (2.22 m), width 42 1/2 inches (1.08 m), depth 21 inches (53 cm).

Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Sold for $6,600 (includes buyer's premium)

Additional Notes & Condition Report

Cracking to front (age cracks in mahogany)
Piece of molding missing on one side
1shelf replaced
has had restoration throughout
piece of molding missing on left glazed door
small piece off cornice
Nice color


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Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Sold for $6,600 (includes buyer's premium)

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Important English & Continental

Wed, Oct 25, 2006 at 10am EDT
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