"William And Mary Walnut Fine Secretary Chest"
Fine William and Mary Burled and Figured Walnut Secretaire Chest. A fine quality small late 17th/early 18th century (William and Mary period) secretaire chest. Featuring highly figured veneers throughout, it features an ogee card drawer on a drop-leaf front opening to a finely fitted interior, with a central perspective door opening to three internal drawers. Surrounded by 14 additional drawers and three concealed drawers. A fine emerald green velvet lined writing surface and a lower case with four long conforming drawers, fine gilt and engraved brass handles and escutcheons throughout. Key points to note are: The fine burled and figured veneers used throughout A rich deep honey patina Rare and diminutive proportions Untouched condition Very competitively priced Measure: 65 x 38 x 20 inches. / 165cm x 96cm x 50cm Condition Excellent throughout, veneer cracks typical of the age of the fine mirror.