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19th Century English Campaign Secretaire Chest

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a wonderful mid-19th century English Campaign Secretaire Chest. The chest is in overall very good condition and appears to retain its original surface (perhaps old refinish), leather writing slide and hardware. We acquired the chest from a family that had owned the chest for the past 80 to 90 years, which accounts for its fine condition. The left back leg has been braced internally sometime in the past but is in very sturdy condition. The pale walnut color is an uncommon detail. The interior of the secretaire section is mahogany with walnut cubbies. The red of the original leather adds an extra element of interest.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Walnut, Leather, Brass
Condition:	Good. Overall very good original condition for age and use. The left back left leg has an old internal wood brace.
Creation Date:	c. 1850-1870
Styles / Movements:	Georgian, Traditional, Other
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.03.17.23
Incollect Reference #:	643220

Dimensions

W.	40 in;	D.	19.5 in;	H.2.	42 in;
W.	101.6 cm;	D.	49.53 cm;	H.2.	106.68 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.