• The Collection of Ann Getty
Lot 65

Unusual George III Mahogany Breakfront Secretaire Chest

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
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

Of rectangular form bowed at the center, the top with three rising lids, the central one enclosing pigeonholes and compartments, one compartment labelled "BILLS NOT PAID," and another "BILLS PAID", above a false drawer front, the drawer below fitted with a writing slide and various compartments, above a slide over three drawers, flanked at one side by a false drawer over a drawer, a slide and a cupboard, all supported on a conforming plinth.

34 1/4 x 49 1/2 in. x 21 in.

Condition

In good condition with minor nicks and staining throughout. Loose molding on the central writing slide. Some bails replaced. Age splits to the side panels with minor replacements. Structurally sound.

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Carlton Hobbs.

Sold Sotheby's New York, April 7, 2004, Lot 241. 

The Collection of Ann Getty.