Premier Auction - Session I
Fri, Mar 25, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 531
George III Finely Figured Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
British, early 19th century, upper case with glazed doors opening to adjustable shelved interior, lower case with finely fitted satinwood lined desk interior over three long drawers, 91-1/2 x 47-1/2 x 22-1/2 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, Hickory, North Carolina
Condition
lacking one brass bail pull (brasses appear to be original), upper doors lacking pulls, modern leather writing surface, minor losses to drawer beading, repairs and restorations to feet with cracks, distress, and veneer losses at front feet, scattered stains, wear, and minor sun fading, one small loss at mid molding
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