A rare, mid-17th century, oak, boarded, desk box fitted with numerous secret compartments and drawers

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Category

Cabinet & Case / Storage / Boxes / Caskets /

Reference

10045

The fall front with a replaced writing slope and original hinges opening to reveal a hidden interior revealing four small drawers with spring mechanisms missing. The side drawers with spring mechanisms, and pear-drop openings. The frieze with a replaced lock and escutcheon with spring mechanism revealing another hidden interior with two drawers and three secret drawers behind. The bottom edge faced with a simple moulding, with one side replaced. Excellent original colour and patina. English, mid-17th century.

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Height 36 cm / 14 "
Width 103 cm / 40 3⁄4"
Depth 52 cm / 20 "
Period

17th Century

Year

1650

Medium

Oak

Country

England

A rare, mid-17th century, oak, boarded, desk box fitted with numerous secret compartments and drawers
A rare, mid-17th century, oak, boarded, desk box fitted with numerous secret compartments and drawers
A rare, mid-17th century, oak, boarded, desk box fitted with numerous secret compartments and drawers
A rare, mid-17th century, oak, boarded, desk box fitted with numerous secret compartments and drawers

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