A William and Mary japanned bureau bookcase (4405511) (c. 1690 England)

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110.50cm wide    210.00cm high    57.00cm deep (43.50 inches wide  82.68 inches high  22.44 inches deep)

A charming late 17th century William and Mary black japanned bureau bookcase. The upper section having a pair of doors with original shaped and bevelled mirror plates enclosing removable shelves. The lower part having a fall front which opens to reveal a green velvet lined writing surface, a well and various drawers and pigeon-holes. The base having two short and two long graduated drawers with replaced handles; on later bun feet.

The raised japanned decoration unusually depicting European rural scenes with deer and birds as well as a group of people dancing rather than the expected oriental figures and scenery, which makes this piece rather charming.

Price: £50,000 +