IMPORTANT GEORGE III BURLED WALNUT DOUBLE-BONNET SECRETARY,Late 18th century. In two parts, the double-bonnet cove-molded crest with three acorn-carved urn finials above a pair of arching paneled doors and slant-front fold-down writing surface, both opening to a richly fitted interior with unusual serpentine-shaped drawers and cupboards; four graduating drawers; raised on four ogee-bracket feet - 92 in. x 45 in. x 22 1/2 in. Estimate $8,000-12,000
PROVENANCE: Collection of Victor Shargai, Washington, DC
Excellent condition. Nice patina on interior drawer fronts.
