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George IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
for sale €579     $629
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George IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

19th century
Description

A high quality George IV mahogany scecretaire bookcase with architectural pedement above a pair of astragal glased doors enclosing adjustable shelves. the lower section having a fully fitted secretaire drawer above two cupboard doors with storage behind. Standing on unusual tapering feet.

In country house condition and possibly inneed of some minor restoration depending on your preferences. (cosmetic only such as minor losses of mouldings re-glueing loose elements and refreshing the surface.

Good figuring and natural patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
243cm (95.67")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this George IV Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

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SA1136039
Description
A high quality George IV mahogany scecretaire bookcase with architectural pedement above a pair of astragal glased doors enclosing adjustable shelves.
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the lower section having a fully fitted secretaire drawer above two cupboard doors with storage behind.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Standing on unusual tapering feet.

fig 1. George IV mahogany secretaire bookcase with gothic arch astragal glazed upper doors, a deep secretaire drawer, and a lower two-door cupboard.
fig 1. George IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

In country house condition and possibly inneed of some minor restoration depending on your preferences. (cosmetic only such as minor losses of mouldings re-glueing loose elements and refreshing the surface.

Good figuring and natural patina.

Height
243cm (95.67")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this George IV Secretaire Bookcase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1136039
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019
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Archive I George IV mahogany secretaire bookcase with gothic arch astragal glazed upper doors, a deep secretaire drawer, and a lower two-door cupboard.

George IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

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Archive IV Scale Reference for George IV mahogany secretaire bookcase with gothic arch astragal glazed upper doors, a deep secretaire drawer, and a lower two-door cupboard.
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Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 01303 221229
Location
Faversham
Kent
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Verified Since Aug 2019
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George IV mahogany secretaire bookcase with gothic arch astragal glazed upper doors, a deep secretaire drawer, and a lower two-door cupboard.
George IV Mahogany secretaire bookcase
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A George IV secretaire bookcase is a piece of case furniture produced during the reign of King George IV (18201830), combining a drop-front or fall-front writing desk with an upper glazed bookcase and lower storage cupboard or drawers.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany and flame mahogany veneers, featuring hand-blown float glass panels, pine or oak drawer linings, and cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn back panels, original brass lock mechanisms, and subtle irregularities in the glass panes indicative of historic manufacturing techniques.

Place the piece against a neutral or dark backdrop in a study or living space, balancing its substantial visual weight with contemporary lighting or minimalist decorative objects on nearby surfaces.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the cabinet away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer lifting.
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