19th Century Mahogany Astral Glazed Secretaire Bookcase
 
 
A striking and highly practical 19th century mahogany secretaire bookcase of impressive scale, combining elegant proportions with superb storage throughout. This handsome antique piece features a decorative shaped crown pediment above a glazed two-door bookcase, a fitted secretaire writing section, and enclosed cupboard base.
 
 
The upper section is fitted with two tall glazed doors opening to a spacious interior with three adjustable shelves. The shelves are supported by traditional sliding shelf brackets, allowing flexible storage for books or display pieces. The doors retain their working lock and key.
 
 
Below sits the secretaire fall-front writing drawer, opening to reveal a green baize writing surface with useful internal compartments. The fitted interior includes a deep central compartment and sliding side panels to either side, concealing additional storage spaces. The drawer fronts are fitted with four handles, with the upper pair slightly different in style.
 
 
The lower cupboard section provides further storage with two internal shelves, one to each side, behind a pair of panelled doors. A very tall and commanding piece, ideal for a study, library, hallway or period interior.
 
 
Condition:
Good solid antique condition with age-related wear, marks and patina throughout. Key locks the top glazed section only. Interior writing area shows historic wear where the rear of the drawer handles press through the baize surface. Small section of trim missing to the left-hand side of the lower cupboard, as photographed. Overall a substantial and very usable piece.
 
 
Construction:
Dismantles into four sections for easier transport and installation:
- Crown pediment
- Bookcase top
- Secretaire writing section
- Base cupboard
 
 
Dimensions:
Width: 127 cm (at crown)
Depth: 54.5 cm
Height: 247 cm
 
 
TREV873 51520 281125
 
 
See photographs which form part of the item description
 
Price includes delivery to mainland UK address with the exception of the Highlands