Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd

Description

A superb 19th century Anglo-Chinese padouk secretaire chest, of two part campaign construction. This attractive chest has a deep fall front top drawer with a dark red baize writing surface, the recess is fitted with a central cupboard with secret compartments, flanked by pigeon holes each with a decorative shaped cornice, above three small drawers. Each of the four outer drawers has a fine inlay of lighter wood highlighting the edge and are fitted with two original inset bun handles. The chest is raised on four chunky reeded original feet giving it a feeling of status.

- Secretaire top drawer with fitted interior.
- Inset padouk handles to the drawers.
- Original condition.
- Chunky reeded feet.

The top section of the chest retains its two original iron carrying to the side the bottom section no longer has these handles. This chest is sturdy, boasting a beautiful rich hue, an attractive grain and an exceptional patina, making it a standout piece of period furniture that will offer both storage and a piece of history to any home.

As with all antique pieces, it bears marks of its history for instance, there are historic cracks to the side, that have been thoughtfully filled.

Date: Circa 1830
Material: Padouk
Origin: China

Height - 106 cm
Width - 95 cm
Depth - 46 cm

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