Bidspirit auction | Classical Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

Classical Mahogany Secretary Bookcase - Origin: American, probably New York Date: Circa 1825-1835 Period/Style: American Classical with Gothic glazing Materials: Mahogany and figured mahogany veneer, mixed secondary woods, glass and brass hardware Form: Secretary bookcase with fold-over writing top Description: American Classical mahogany secretary bookcase, probably New York, circa 1825-1835. A projecting molded cornice rises above paired glazed doors with pointed Gothic arches, enclosing three adjustable shelves above three short drawers. The lower case combines a fold-over writing top, pull-out slide, drawers and paneled cupboards, flanked by columns with carved foliate capitals. Figured mahogany veneers articulate the frieze and door panels. Brass lion-mask ring pulls repeat across both sections, with carved acanthus and animal-paw front feet and turned rear feet. Dimensions: 89 in. H, 44.5 in. W Shipping Note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Apparently refinished. Pronounced shrinkage splits to both lower-case sides, veneer checking and localized veneer losses or repairs. Wear to the writing surfaces and separation at rear cornice joints. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible. Dimensions: 89 x 44.5 in