FINE GEORGE II MARITIME BUREAU-CABINET,early 18th century, primary and secondary mahogany wood. In two parts: Upper section with Cupid's bow molded crown projecting over bi-folding mahogany crossbanded doors, opening to fitted interior enclosing thirty-three alphabetized pigeon holes and ten additional larger divisions; the lower section presents leather writing surface, crossbanded fall front with easel, opening to similarly fitted pigeon holes bearing Ports of Call Labels: Prince Frederick, Madrid, Havana, and St. Lago de Cuba, among others; above twelve drawers, all with original bail pull handles. The upper and lower cases are entirely constructed of imported mahogany from Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. - 95 in. x 45 1/4 in. x 29 in. Estimate $18,000-24,000
In 1979 the Bureau Cabinet was retailed by Phillips Harris Works of Art, London, during which time Jonathan Harris writes "On style, type of wood, and method of manufacture it is dateable to the mid twenties of the eighteenth century." Research available upon request.
Good with the following observations: Scattered mild age cracks, minor veneer losses, and old restoration (left side of upper case).
