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The English Interior

Thu, Sep 3, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 281

George III Carved Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, in the Chippendale manner

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

In two parts; the upper section fitted with fretwork glazed panels opening to serpentine-fronted shelves, above the lower section with a pair of paneled doors opening to a central pull out writing surface with pigeon holes and drawers, above three pull-out shelves and flanked by eight short drawers, raised on claw-and-ball feet. 

7 ft. 8 in. x 4 ft. 9 in. x 21 3/4 in.

Condition

Age cracks, patches and a few old repairs to the side panels, an old repair to the front right lower panel door. Small dentil molding missing on the front right corner. Minor staining and scuffing to the interior writing surface. Old repairs to the back panels, feet probably later in date. Typical wear throughout, age is consistent with age and use. Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.