GEORGE III SECRETARY BOOKCASE,late 18th/early 19th century. In two parts: Upper section with dentil-molded cornice and similar parquetry-inlaid frieze above astragal-mullioned glazed doors opening to shelving; the lower section has secretary drawer and fitted interior over two doors on bracket feet. - 90 1/2 in. x 43 1/2 in. x 22 1/2 in. Estimate $1,500-1,800
The crown appears with veneer and molding losses. The center pane on the left glazed door is cracked. The whole has light surface abrasions. The lower case has age cracking. The inside has a replaced shelf. The drop-front shows evidence of old drawer pulls now filled. The cabinet appears to be a marriage.
