This is an important antique Italian bureau bookcase, made in Venice circa 1750.
It has been made from the finest burr walnut with walnut crossbanding and boxwood inlaid lines.
The top has two mirrored doors with a small cherub engraved mirror above them. The door open to reveal two shelves, two small drawers.
The base has useful storage space with three capacious drawers. The top section interiors have been lined in a golden satin.
The bureau fall can be lowered for use as a desk and the interior has two small drawers and two small cupboards which provide ample space for storing pens, papers, etc.
It has its original handles as well as working locks and keys.
This is an absolutely unique piece!
In excellent condition having been beautifully restored in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 226 cm x Width 91 cm x Depth 50 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 7 foot, 5 inches x Width 3 feet x Depth 1 foot, 8 inches
Our reference: 01675
Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse.