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Antique Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier
John Howkins Antiques
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Antique Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier

19th century
Description

A good quality early Victorian figured mahogany secretaire chiffonier. The top section having a carved and scrolling upstand above the narrow shelf which is supported by carved “C” scrolls. The beautifully figured top with moulded edge above the secretaire drawer which opens to reveal a well fitted interior consisting of 8 pigeonholes, 2 drawers and a baize lined writing surface. The 2 arched panel doors open to a shelved interior and is flanked by moulded stiles with the whole raised on a plinth base. This unusual piece of 19th century furniture is in very good condition and has working brass locks & keys. Dimensions:- Max.Height…55.75''/ 142cm. Width…42.5''/ 108cm. Depth…20.25''/ 51.5cm. Base Height...39''/ 99cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £55.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
51.5cm (20.28")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier to the 1860s.

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SA826881
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23469
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Description
A good quality early Victorian figured mahogany secretaire chiffonier.
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The top section having a carved and scrolling upstand above the narrow shelf which is supported by carved “C” scrolls.
John Howkins Antiques

The beautifully figured top with moulded edge above the secretaire drawer which opens to reveal a well fitted interior consisting of 8 pigeonholes, 2 drawers and a baize lined writing surface. The 2 arched panel doors open to a shelved interior and is flanked by moulded stiles with the whole raised on a plinth base. This unusual piece of 19th century furniture is in very good condition and has working brass locks & keys. Dimensions:- Max.Height…55.75''/ 142cm. Width…42.5''/ 108cm. Depth…20.25''/ 51.5cm. Base Height...39''/ 99cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £55.

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
51.5cm (20.28")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA826881
Dealers Internal Ref
23469
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base.
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Archive I A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base.

Antique Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier

Archive II A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View II
Archive III A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View III
Archive IV A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View IV
Archive V A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View V
Archive VI A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base. View IX
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base.
Antique Mahogany Secretaire Chiffonier
Ref: SA826881
A Victorian flame mahogany secretaire chiffonier featuring an ornate carved cresting top shelf, drop-front desk compartment with green writing surface, and a two-door cupboard base.
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A secretaire chiffonier is a 19th-century hybrid storage unit that combines a lower cupboard base with a fall-front drawer that opens to reveal a fully fitted writing desk and stationery compartments.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from solid mahogany or oak, often incorporating flame mahogany veneers, brass hardware, and leather or baize writing surfaces.

Period examples typically display hand-cut dovetail joinery, flame mahogany door panels, period brass quadrant stays, and hand-carved decorative scrolls along the upper pediment or shelf supports.

This versatile design functions effectively in a contemporary study, hallway, or living space, serving as a compact workstation while offering concealed storage for modern electronics and paperwork.

Dust surfaces regularly with a dry lint-free cloth and apply natural beeswax periodically; position the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent timber movement and veneer lifting.
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