#1 • Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase

Part of Global Decor and More! Absolute Auction at The Gallery (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $625.00

Status: Sold

Category: Furniture

Chinoiserie secretary bookcase in black lacquer decorated with hand-painted floral, foliate, and pagoda scenes. Interior in apricot paint decorated with gold-tone floral and foliate designs. Upper doors open to reveal two stationary shelves. Drop-front secretary desk lid folds down to reveal four storage drawers and recessed compartment. Three lower drawers each having decorative hand painting and handles. All framed in decorative gold-tone trim. Two keys present, all locks function. Purchase tag from Steve Tipton Antiquarian included, reading "Attractive chinoiserie decorated Rococo style bureau bookcase. Italian, 1st half 20th C.". Significant surface wear including areas of abrasion, paint chips, and cracked lacquer. Wood split on left side. Signs of humidity damage including mildew staining throughout upper cabinet and desk surfaces. Size: 3'8"w x 20"d x 7'2"h