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John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
The doors open to an interior of 3 adjustable shelves each retaining worn tooled leather dust covers. The lower section with a secretaire drawer which opens to reveal a well fitted interior with 2 banks of 3 drawers, a central drawer, 4 pigeon holes and original red leather writing surface. Below are 2 matching doors with figured mahogany panels and the whole standing on an off set plinth base. Good quality figured mahogany and mahogany linings used in the making of this bookcase and it is in excellent condition. With original fittings, locks and keys. Sizes- Max.Height...92.25''...234cm. Max.Width at Cornice...53.25''...135.5cm. Max.Depth at Base...22.75''...58cm. Top Shelf Depth...10''...25.5cm. Base Height...40.25''...102cm. Top height...52''...135.5cm. Delivery by 2 man team to most of U.K. mainland £65.
John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Good Victorian Secretaire Bookcase
