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Adams Antiques
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17th Century Welsh Oak Writing Bureau
( Wales
c. 1660 to c. 1680
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Medium
Oak
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Dimensions
36.50inch wide
50.50inch high
23.00inch deep
(92.71 cm wide 128.27 cm high 58.42 cm deep)
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Condition:
Exceptional and original condition throughout
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Description / Expertise
Mid to North Wales (Ruthin, Bala, Montgomeryshire)
Superb patination and wonderful deep rich plum colour
Of unique design, rare one piece construction - truly a collector's piece
Showing a feature turned spindle gallery top section
A graduated drawer interior, with three secret drawers
Five large feathered ink well compartments for different coloured inks
Interior shows a well that was used for parchment paper
The ogee arches between the legs are a typical feature of the Montgomeryshire / Mid Wales area
Standing on six legs with inverted cup turnings
Fine original connecting stretchers
Original bun feet
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