Gravener Antiques

Description

In Cuban mahogany, this miniature bureau is beautifully made and very well proportioned, raised on ogee feet with four drawers all with original handles and escutcheons, above which is an inlaid fall front which opens to reveal a stepped interior. In very good and original condition and of particularly good colour and patina. Often called "apprentice pieces" miniatures of this quality are more were likely to have been sales or shop window display models and a demonstration of the craftsman's skill. 350mm high, 310mm wide and 200mm deep. Circa 1800.
W J Gravener Antiques is a family owned business, started in 1963 by William who was joined by son, Mark in 1981 and continues today with the same ethos of dealing in fine quality English and Continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects, from the 18th & 19th centuries. Now under the stewardship of Mark and his wife, Louise, we take pride in maintaining the high standards which William set more than 50 years ago.

W.J.Gravener Antiques are proud members of LAPADA, The London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association.

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