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Antique French Empire Revival Cylinder Bureau, 19th Century
About the Item
An Empire Revival mahogany and parcel gilt cylinder bureau, Circa 1880 in date.
The panelled roll top enclosing a green inset leather writing surface and an arrangement of drawers and pigeon holes, above single frieze drawer.
It is stands on figural pilaster supports, united by a shaped undertier and raised on lion's paw feet. The desk is freestanding and is beautifully finished all round.
It is an absolute masterpiece which is sure to get a lot of attention wherever it is placed.
Complete with original working lock and key.
THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 109 x width 109 x depth 86
Dimensions in inches:
Height 3 foot, 7 inches x width 3 foot, 7 inches x depth 2 foot, 10 inches.
- Dimensions:Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)
- Style:Empire Revival (In the Style Of)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
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- Seller Location:London, GB
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