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18th Century English George I Walnut Secretary Bookcase
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For sale is a good quality George I walnut secretary bookcase, having a domed cornice above a bevelled mirror door enclosing two shelves. The base having a fall front opening to a fully fitted interior consisting of drawers and pigeon holes. Above four graduated drawers. The bookcase remains in very good condition, showing minor signs of wear commensurate with age and use.
Measure: Width: 76cm Depth: 51cm Height: 211cm.
- Dimensions:Height: 83.08 in (211 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)Depth: 20.08 in (51 cm)
- Style:George I (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1725
- Condition:Replacements made: Later shelf bearers to top. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chelmsford, GB
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