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A bureau, D. João V (1707-1750)

Estimate €3.500–5.500

Description

Rosewood.

Carved feet decorated with shell motifs and foliate ornament.

Shaped front fitted with two large drawers and two drawers, with handles and escutcheons in yellow metal.

Upper section with carved brackets decorated with foliate ornament.

Fall-front writing surface with a padded exterior.

Interior fitted with drawers, pigeonholes and a central door.

Portugal, 18th century (1st half)

(signs of use, minor losses and defects)

111x127x71 cm

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