A George II laquered secretary cabinet . early 18th century
Property from the Warner Bros. Studios Collection
An impressive Chinese Export black and gilt lacquer secretary cabinet
probably made for the Danish market
mid 18th century
The upper case with arched top and cascading C-scroll molding over a pair of arched panel molded doors opening to reveal an arrangement of short and long drawers about a galleried and fretwork stepped interior; the lower case with hinged slant front disclosing an interior fitted with pigeon holes and short drawers centered by a cupboard flanked by faux book spine compartments over two long undulating drawers centered by two conforming short drawers, raised on bracket feet.
height 81in (206cm); width 40in (102cm); depth 26in (66cm)
Sold for US$ 62,500 inc. premium

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