#66 • Antique Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

Part of Estate of James Thornton Absolute Auction (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $9,100.00

Status: Sold

Category: Antiques

Antique mahogany secretary bookcase, believed to be circa 18th century Dutch. Breakdown upper hutch features carved details, arched top with ram head center, gilt framed panel glass doors having foliate and ribbon motif. Wavy glass appears to be original. Includes two interior, removable, scalloped shelves. Drop-front mid-section opens to reveal oak and green felt inset writing surface, cubbyholes, interior drawers, and center door. Bombe style, bureau base hosts three book-matched graduated long drawers, brass figural ram head pulls and escutcheons, box locks. Stands on turned bun feet. Break-down hutch can be broken down into 4 pieces; pediment lid, body, and two swing doors. Surface wear and some wood age splits. Slat back construction with warping across bureau rear. Size: 4' 7"w x 25"d x 8'10"h