Anthony Short Antiques Ltd

Description

An exceptional fine early 19th century, Regency period brass, mahogany, satinwood and boxwood inlay secretaire bookcase. The upper section with a surmounted by an ornate fretted brass gallery, above a pair of brass astragal glazed doors, enclosing one adjustable shelf, the lower section with well figured fitted secretaire drawer enclosing an arrangement of ivory handled drawers and pigeonholes with carved round brass handles, above a pair of well figured cupboard doors centred by circular flamed panels with inlay, opening to reveal adjustable shelves, standing on inlaid square block feet. Stunning quality. Original warm patina. keys with working locks. England c.1800.

Height: 151cm (59.4in)
Width: 78cm (30.7in)
Depth: 51cm (20.1in)