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Exhibition Quality Marquetry - inlaid Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase
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Exhibition Quality Marquetry - inlaid Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase

18th century
Description

Circa 1880.

Exhibition quality marquetry inlaid satinwood secretaire bookcase. Surmounted by an

astragal glazed shelved bookcase with a neoclassical foliate inlaid frieze

and a “broken cornice”.

The

base with three frieze drawers with ormolu (gold covered) brass handles, solid mahogany liners and

foliate inlay.

The top with foliate inlay in exotic woods.

Beneath is the profusely inlaid secretaire

drawer with oval ormolu

handles opening to a fitted interior with drawers and pigeonholes, leather

writing surface, all in perfect condition.

Beneath are two marquetry doors with cornucopia and

foliate inlay, opening to shelved bookcase.

All supported on a base with French bracket feet and a

shaped skirt

Physical Dimensions
Height
228cm (89.76")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1156765
Dealers Internal Reference
3488
Description
Circa 1880.

Exhibition quality marquetry inlaid satinwood secretaire bookcase. Surmounted by an

astragal glazed shelved bookcase with a neoclassical foliate inlaid frieze

and a “broken cornice”.

The

base with three frieze drawers with ormolu (gold covered) brass handles, solid mahogany liners and

fig 1. An antique satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with astragal tracery, detailed floral marquetry inlays, and an arched pediment.
fig 1. Exhibition Quality Marquetry - inlaid Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase

foliate inlay.

The top with foliate inlay in exotic woods.

Beneath is the profusely inlaid secretaire

drawer with oval ormolu

handles opening to a fitted interior with drawers and pigeonholes, leather

writing surface, all in perfect condition.

Beneath are two marquetry doors with cornucopia and

foliate inlay, opening to shelved bookcase.

All supported on a base with French bracket feet and a

shaped skirt

Height
228cm (89.76")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156765
Dealers Internal Ref
3488
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An antique satinwood secretaire bookcase featuring glazed upper doors with astragal tracery, detailed floral marquetry inlays, and an arched pediment.
Exhibition quality marquetry - inlaid satinwood secretaire bookcase
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A secretaire bookcase is a tall piece of case furniture that combines a glazed upper display cabinet for books with a drop-front or pull-out writing desk and lower cupboard storage. Popularised during the 18th century, satinwood versions feature fine grain figures and decorative marquetry favoured in Neoclassical design.

Traditional construction incorporates West Indian or East Indian satinwood veneers over solid pine or oak carcases, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, brass hardware, and intricate marquetry inlays made from contrasting woods such as rosewood, boxwood, and tulipwood.

Look for hand-finished astragal glazing bars on the upper glass doors, slight irregular shrinkage lines consistent with aged wood veneers, original brass drop handles, and hand-cut joinery inside the secretaire desk fitted drawers.

Position the cabinet as a focal architectural feature against a neutral or rich wall backdrop in a hallway, library, or living room, pairing its detailed wood tones with modern art or clean-lined minimalist decor to create visual contrast.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer lifting or fading. Clean surfaces gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year.
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