Irish Mahogany Secretary Bookcase - Mar 05, 2015 | Leighton Galleries In Nj
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IRISH MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASE

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IRISH MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASE
IRISH MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASE
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IRISH MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASEc.1760, 3-piece construction, Certificate of Authenticity reads: "IRISH SECRETARY-BOOKCASE. Made from mahogany in Ireland during the 18th century, circa 1760, this piece shows the highest development of the Chippendale form. Its moulded cornice rests above a band of fretwork above a pair of beveled-paneled doors. The drop-front desk contains a cyma curved exterior panel complete with cross banding. Inside paired sections of 'secret' document drawers on each side. The original, engraved desk lock surfaces with an inlaid panel of gold tooled leather. The bombe base contains three long and two short drawers resting upon a base with ogee feet"., 85x46x20in.Provenance: Purchased Savannah, GA, 1986. Condition: Minor veneer loss, some wood shrinkage / cracks, right front foot repair, hardware replaced and areas of original sites touched up, escutcheons lacking, key included.
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overall general wear, scuffs, nicks and scratches
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IRISH MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASE

Estimate $8,000 - $12,000
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Starting Price $4,000
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