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ANTIQUE #SA1191517

A Fine And Rare Compact George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Andreas de Jong Ltd.

English, ca. 1770
 
An exquisitely crafted ogee and arched split-acorn relief moulded cornice crowns this distinguished cabinet, immediately establishing a sense of architectural authority and refinement. Beneath, four astragal-glazed panelled doors open to reveal finely adjustable shelving, offering an elegant balance of display and function. A hinged secretaire drawer encloses a beautifully fitted interior, complemented by five additional internal drawers, while a pair of oval-panelled doors below are flanked by eight carefully graduated drawers. The entire composition is grounded by a stately plinth base, lending both presence and proportion.
 
Of particular note is the cabinet’s exceptional, untouched condition. Retaining its original surfaces and integrity, it stands as a remarkably honest survival, preserving the crispness of its carving and the purity of its original craftsmanship. Executed in the manner of the renowned St Martin’s Lane workshop of Thomas Chippendale, the piec...
Antique SA1191517 shown on this page was made in the Georgian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
ANDREAS DE JONG LTD. PROFILE PHOTO WHICH LINKS TO DEALER PAGE
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Andreas de Jong Ltd.
Specialising in 18th and early 19th century English and Irish antique Furniture
Andreas de Jong Ltd. is also an antique trade association member of BADA
London
United Kingdom
Tel: 07880 620291
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD