Antique 18th Century Rosewood Bureau Bookcase, 1780s

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Antique 18th century rosewood bureau bookcase having a magnificent top section with a shaped moulded swan neck pediment, two shaped … Read more Antique 18th century rosewood bureau bookcase having a magnificent top section with a shaped moulded swan neck pediment, two shaped doors both with original mirrors which open to reveal the most superior quality fitted interior of drawers, pigeon holes, adjustable shelves and original pull-out candle slides and boasting serpentine shaped ends. The exquisite base having an exceptional cross banded fall opening to reveal an outstandingly designed and crafted fully fitted interior with drawers including secret drawers, pigeon holes and shelves above an eight drawer base with a central cupboard door. It stands on original bracket feet with serpentine ends and original working keys.


This marvellous all original example has an abundance of fine features and boasts the most superior colour and patination.


Dimensions:
Height 242 cm (95.27 in)
Width 123 cm (48.43 in)
Depth 58.5 cm (23.03 in)
To writing surface 79 cm (31.10 in)


Dated 1780s See less