chippendale period secretaire chest on chest

Circa 1760. An exceptional quality George III Chippendale period mahogany secretaire chest on chest. With a classic cornice incorporating stylish dentilled mouldings, blind fretwork with ribbed canted corners. With a configuration of two short over three further graduating drawers, each retaining its original escutcheons and gilded swan neck handles with elegant but simple back plates. The secretaire drawer opens to reveal a well fitted interior with pigeon holes and various drawers with neat gilded axehead drops. In the center is a small inlaid door with two inlaid panels each side, there is a small brass pin on the inside – when pulled it releases the panels. Beneath the top section is a moulding and, in the bottom, three large full-length drawers. Beneath the bottom drawer is further moulding and the chest stands on four massive shaped bracket feet. The chest retains its original colour and patination.

191cm H, 113cm W, 58cm DOur Ref: 31248

Antiques.co.uk Ref: DM5QUA3X8

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Georgian Antiques was founded in 1978 by John Dixon's brother Padriac in a small shop at Jocks Lodge, Meadowbank in Edinburgh, with John joining the business after finishing college in 1981. The business grew so rapidly, they couldn't keep up with their inventory needs. Their goal has been to create a one-stop-shop where designers can complete an entire project from antique lighting to antique furniture to accessories. Scotland's largest antiques warehouse is located in a converted whiskey bond in historic Leith Edinburgh. With 50,000sq ft over five floors we offer a wide range of quality Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian furniture, as well as continental and small decorative items. Our stock is constantly changing.

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