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A rare George I walnut bureau-cabinet, in the Dutch taste, English, first half 18th century

the moulded arch pediment, above a pair of shaped and bevelled glass doors, opening to a shelved interior; the fall front opening to reveal a leather lined writing surface with an arrangement of pigeon holes and drawers with a central door, the lower section with three long serpentine drawers raised on squat bracket feet
223cm high, 113cm wide, 60cm deep

PROVENANCE
The Cunningham family, Somerset, England
John Dunn Antiques, Melbourne
Private Collection, Melbourne

  • Condition: This item is structurally sound overall. Some separation to the timbers at the crest. Replaced glazing to the doors. Some light splitting to veneers at side consistent with age. General light scuffs and nicks overall. Interior with oak lined drawers and shelves. Original hardware. Possible replacement to the washers at the back of the handles. Some losses to the veneer of the bracket feet.

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24 November 2024 11:00 AEDT
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