18th Century Lacquer and Gilt Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase

Description

For sale is a good quality 18th century chinoiserie secretaire bookcase. The top of the bookcase has an ornately shaped … more For sale is a good quality 18th century chinoiserie secretaire bookcase. The top of the bookcase has an ornately shaped and carved pediment, above a single arched mirror door, opening to reveal a fully fitted interior which is also profusely decorated with chinoiserie. Below this, there is a candle slide, above the fall front which opens to reveal a shaped and stepped interior to include various drawers, pigeon holes and a well. The bureau base has an arrangement of three graduated drawers, each with brass handles. This piece is raised on bracket feet and is in very good condition for its age, having a superb patinated finish. Measures: Width 36", depth 23.25", height 96.5". less