ENGLISH REGENCY MAHOGANY SECRETARY BOOKCASE,early 19th century. Upper case has arched pediment with applied molding forming decorative panels; two long glazed-panel doors with diamond-form mullions; advanced lower case with secretary drawer, opening to green tooled leather writing surface, valenced pigeon holes centered by eight stacked drawers; three long cockbeaded drawers on flared feet - 91 in. x 42 in. x 20 in. Estimate $7,500-10,000
PROVENANCE: Purchased Studio Antiques & Fine Art, Alexandria, VA, 1992
Very good condition: age cracks, replaced glass, refinished surface, and minor molding loss to secretary drawer
