STAIR
Live Auction

The English Interior

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 11:00AM EDT
Lot 437

Regency Gilt-Bronze-Mounted Inlaid Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
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

7 ft. 6 1/4 x 41 x 17 3/4 in.

Condition

The beaded cornice with seam splits to corners. Glazed panels in good condition. Lower part of silk lining of shelves stained. Lock for right door marked with a crown and 'GR" (George Rex), with 'BARRON PATENT' below. Filled and unfilled vertical age splits to the right side of the upper part. The upper part formerly wired for electricity. The lower part with age split to the top surface, with some lifting of the veneer below. The satinwood veneered small interior drawers slightly stiff. Leather lined writing surface with some staining. Horizontal age split to the drop front on either side of the pull handles. Vertical age crack to left door. Staining and scratches to the interior shelving. Seam separation of back boards visible. Vertical age crack to the left side and diagonal age crack to the right side of the lower case. Scuffing and nicks throughout but in generally good condition. Structurally sound.  Key fits the locks for the upper and lower cabinet doors but not the fall front. Good color and handsome model.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. 
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