Description:
Dutch Mahogany-veneered Marquetry Secretary Bookcase, 19th century, oak secondary wood, upper case of arched top over single glazed door, glazed sides, two sets of shelves (two glass and two wood),fitted with lights, lower bombe case with four long drawers, set on hairy paw feet, ht. 78, wd. 40 1/2, dp. 24 in.
Estimate $800-1,000
Replaced brasses, age cracks to both sides of lower case, few scattered areas of veneer lose.
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Keywords
The NetherlandsStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.