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A late 19th century Biedermeier style secretaire - the panelled fall above an arrangement of three drawers flanked by canted corners carved with foliate corbels, 105 x 55 x 122cm.

A 19th century French Empire style secretaire abattant - with a marble top above a frieze drawer and fall inlaid with a foliate rosette and three further drawers, 100 x 50 x 154cm.

Good 19th century padouk and brass bound small size campaign chest, in two parts, each with flanking carrying handles, with fitted secretaire drawer and three further drawers, on bun feet, 82cm wide x 40cm deep x 92cm high

A George III mahogany Gillows design architects desk, with hinged top with adjustable easel support above a secretaire drawer with slide and interior compartments and with three further drawers to either side and all with geometric brass drop handles and raised on a plinth base. Height 91 cm, width 127 cm, depth 70 cm (see illustration).

A Georgian mahogany secretaire bookcase, with dentil cornice above a pair of glazed doors with three internal shelves, the secretaire with green baize lined writing surface and fitted interior and with brass handles and backplates and three long drawers below raised on bracket feet. Height 229 cm, width 119.5 cm, depth 59.5 cm. NOTE: This item has been assigned an ivory exemption certificate number R7NW69BH (see illustration).

A tall possibly Irish mahogany secretaire chest of two short over five long graduated drawers, with brass drop handles with pierced backplates and raised on fretwork carved bracket feet. Height 157 cm, width 115 cm, depth 57 cm.

A MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE CIRCA 1800 & LATER 266cm high, 280cm wide, 47cm deepPlease note, this bookcase should be dated as CIRCA 1800 & LATER and not as originally printed in the catalogue Condition Report: Please note, this bookcase should be dated as CIRCA 1800 & LATER and not as originally printed in the catalogue Marks, scratches and abrasions comensurate with age and use. Some old chips and splits, some losses, some old repairs Some lifting to veneers and some losses/ fractures. The largest areas of loss to veneer are to the side edges of the plinth (see images) and to some areas of the lower parts of the doors. Attention by a qualified restorer could replace the veneer and match well. Other areas of the bookcase that show faults or require 'cosmetic' attention could equally be tended to by a restorer .No cracks or breaks to glass detected. Some glass panels are likely to be old replacements. A high percentage are antique glass and show movement. The panels to the interior side of the upper bookcase section have been later lined with thin sheets of timber/ plywood and painted a cream/ off white colour probably within the last 20 years, possibly quite recently. The rear panels beyond the painted elements are fully paneled and appear to be original. We cannot guarantee the condition of elements covered by paint or timber panels The plinth base shows signs of being of later date, it may have been adapted or reconstructed in some way. The surface shows signs of being late 19th or 20th century and may have been repolished. The bookcase overall shows evidence of having been updated/ restored in the early 20th century as follows: One lock to the upper glazed doors is of this date. the shelves and the way they are fitted (with turned pegs) , the locks to the left hand drawers and two of the pairs of lower cupboards, the drawer handles (although faithful to period style) are all of early 20th century date. The lining to the drawers either side of the secretaire drawer have possibly been re-made. Other sections of the bookcase may have been re-made or re-configured. The lock to the secretaire drawer is lacking. The later baize inset to the secretaire bears various ink stains and wear. The shelves to the lower cupboard doors are crude modern replacements, one with thin timber covered in baize, the other plywood. Please refer to all additional images for visual reference to condition. They are a vital element of the report. The additional images for this lot include images to reflect the number of parts this bookcase breaks into in order to be moved. Condition Report Disclaimer

A GEORGE IV MAHOGANY BOOKCASE CABINET CIRCA 1820 The shallow secretaire drawer with interior fittings 125cm high, 80cm wide, 38.5cm deep Condition Report: Condition Report Disclaimer

A GEORGE III MAHOGANY SECRETAIRE CLOTHES PRESS IN THE MANNER OF PHILLIP BELL OR HENRY KETTLE, CIRCA 1760 The serpentine panelled doors enclosing three mahogany and oak lined sliding trays, the base with a fall front secretaire drawer enclosing fittings and a leather inset, a machine engraved formica inventory label to the back 'BM 254' 188.5cm high, 111cm wide, 63cm deepProvenance: Burford Priory, Burford, OxfordshireThough there are a number of comparable clothes presses with related distinctive serpentine panels to the doors, the feature of a secretaire drawer seems unusual.For clothes presses with related shaped cartouche panels see Christie's, Style and Spirit, 16th September 2015, lot 597, (£3500 exc. BP) with a paper label 'Henry Kettle, (Successor to Mr. Philip Bell), CABINET MAKER Upholder & Undertaker, at No.23, in St. Pauls Church-Yard, LONDON; and another, Lyon & Turnbull, Fine Antiques, 30th March 2011, lot 260, (£7500 exc. BP), with a paper trade label 'Philip Bell, Cabinet Maker and Upholder, at the White Swan, Against the South Gate in, St Pauls Churchyard London, Funerals Perform`d'.Like their contemporary, Giles Grendey, Bell and Kettle favoured cartouche shaped re-entrant panels and the use of high quality well figured timbers as demonstrated with the present lot.Similar cartouche-panelled doors are first seen on linen presses labelled by the London maker Giles Grendey (1693-1780), then on presses by Philip Bell and Henry Kettle.The serpentine panels of this bureau-cabinet relate to those of a bed, with antiquarian panelled headboard and canopy, acquired for Knebworth House, Hertfordshire in the 1740s and attributed to the Clerkenwell cabinet-maker Giles Grendey (d. 1780). Condition Report: Overall there are some scratches, marks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use. Some old minor chips, splits and losses Some minor evidence of old worm, some old repairs The door lock looks original and has one key; the drawer locks are later and have no key The handles to the drawers are likely original There is a plastic inventory number to the interior of one of the secretaire drawers 'RP 378'; the suede inset writing surface is later.Features of this secretaire clothes press such as the choice cuts of timber, carved cornice, re-entrant cartouche shaped panels, original shaped trays and secretaire fittings combine to make this comparable to the work of Bell, Kettle or Grendey.Please see all the additional condition report photographs through the link on the condition report email as a visual reference of condition - they are a vital part of this report. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y  A GEORGE III SATINWOOD AND TULIPWOOD CROSSBANDED BREAKFRONT SECRETAIRE CABINET CIRCA 1790 The glazed doors enclosing a taffeta lined interior with adjustable shelves, the secretaire drawer simulating three drawers, the fall front drawer enclosing drawers and recesses 204cm high, 153cm wide, 53cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old chips, splits, old repairs and losses including to veneers. Some variation in colour overall. Various loose sections of veneer present in drawers, some lifting to veneer. No key present, however all locks are open. Handles and metal wear appear original. The interiors of all three cabinets with later lighting and wiring applied, with drilled holes to the reverse. The top cornice with a felt lining which is lifting in places and has some pilling and surface dirt. The top cabinets lined with a satin-type material, the left and right lower drawers all lined in fabric also. Careful and sympathetic restoration from a qualified restorer with greatly improve the condition of this piece attention from a sympathetic restorer. This lot does not include the books illustrated. Please see all additional images as visual reference for this report. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y  A GEORGE III SATINWOOD AND TULIPWOOD BANDED SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE IN THE MANNER OF INCE AND MAYHEW, CIRCA 1770 The glazed top with adjustable shelves, the base with a secretaire drawer enclosing drawers with turned bone handles and a Victorian brass plaque engraved with an inscription by '... John Walsh March 1856' 209.5cm high, 93cm wide, 49cm deepThe engraved plaque relating to the Digby and the Walsh families, 'This Secretary was constantly used by my dearest MOTHER since my earliest recollection. At her death in 1836 it became the property of my dear Sister MRS DIGBY, who bequeathed it to me in her WILL. I have given it to my daughter AUGUSTA ROSA WALSH who is thought most to resemble her GRANDMOTHER. John Walsh March 1856'. Condition Report: Bookcase with the marks, knocks, scratches and abrasion commensurate with age and use. Old splits, chips and losses. Bookcase in generally distressed condition overall with water marks, bubbling and deposits to the surface. Various losses to veneers and mouldings. Some elements detached. Attention from a restored would turn the piece into an impressive example. Metalware appears original. Three keys are present but none of them operate the locks, but all are open. Inset baize surface to the interior is a later replacement, as expected. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Regency mahogany secretaire chest, the rectangular moulded edge top above a fitted fall front secretaire with three long drawers below, on bracket feet, 108cm wide, 53.5cm deep, 111cm high

George III mahogany kneehole desk with secretaire drawer, the crossbanded top with ogee moulded edge over a long cockbeaded secretaire drawer, front falling to reveal a brown leather inset writing surface and interior fitted with drawers and pigeonholes, over an arrangement of six further cockbeaded drawers and a central cupboard, brass swan neck handles, on shaped backplates, on ogee bracket feet (with key), 88cm high x 95cm wide x 53cm deep 

A George IV satinwood banded mahogany secretaire bookcase, width 104cm, depth 54cm, height 212cm

A George III mahogany secretaire bookcase, width 116cm, depth 57cm, height 234cm, one glass pane missing

A 19th century mahogany secretaire chest, width 93cm, depth 45cm, height 104cm

George III mahogany secretaire chest-on-chest, moulded and dentil cornice, fitted with two short and seven long drawers, each drawer front with satinwood band and geometric stringing, ornate cast gilt metal handles, the fall front secretaire drawer fitted with pigeonholes and drawers, on ogee bracket feet Dimensions: Height: 200cm  Length/Width: 113cm  Depth/Diameter: 57cmCondition Report:General signs of age and use: scratching, scuffs, dents etc. Various breaks, splits and losses. Veneer faults throughout.

A George III Mahogany Secretaire Press, the upper section opening to reveal four slides, the fall-front secretaire section opening to reveal a fitted interior, bearing label "Gordon & Watson Cabinet & Chair Makers, Ayr", 133cm by 64cm by 214cm

A Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase, with astragal glazed doors, paneled cupboard doors and on ogee bracket feet (a marriage) 122cm by 59cm 230cm

ANTIQUE GLAZED SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE ( 94" x 53 " x 23" DEEP )

An 18th Century mahogany kneehole desk with adapted fall front secretaire drawer with pigeon holes and drawers, over a central kneehole with slim drawer and cupboard doors, flanked by two banks of three drawers, on bracket feet, 76.5 cm wide x 46 cm deep x 80 cm high

RADISSON PIERRE-ESPRIT: (1636/40-1710) French courer des bois and explorer in New France. A remarkable and extraordinarily rare D.S., Radisson, two pages, folio, Rouen, 19th April 1655, and Quebec, 12th October 1655, in Middle French. The manuscript document is consituted of two distinct parts, the first being an agreement between the merchant Le Barbier of Rouen and Etienne Le Forestier of Quebec, for goods to be transported on the vessel Les armes de Nimiereques, stating, in part, ´[Je sous] signé recongnois et confesse que les marchandises.....chargés a mon nom, savoir une baricque de mercerie NB......de draperie NC.ND.NE.NF.NG et une balle de thoille NA.....marqué comme cy a costé, dedans le navire.....les armes de Nimiereques cappitaine et maistre......Richard (?) Frederic Dincuse de pres cy devant Rouen pour faire le voyage....Quebec pays de la Nouvelle France sont pour compte et risques....de Estienne Le Forestier et Compaignie jusqu´au lieu de Quebec.....´ (Translation: ´[I, the undersigned] acknowledge and confess that the goods... loaded in my name, namely a barrel of haberdashery NB... of drapery NC.ND.NE.NF.NG and a bale of cloth NA... marked as hereinafter, inside the ship... the arms of Nimiereques, captain and master... Richard (?) Frederic Dincuse of Rouen, to make the voyage...Quebec, in the province of New France, are for the account and risk of Estienne Le Forestier and Company until the place of Quebec...at which place the said Le Forestier and Company have orders to take delivery of the goods in the ship because this will exempt them from all import duties and other costs that may be incurred in the country for the discharge of the said goods and for the payment of the said goods, I hereby submit and undertake to give sixty per cent in profit to the said Le Forestier....in accordance with the order I have made at the bottom of the said bills, which sixty per cent, together with the amount of the said goods, with the costs incurred on board in accordance with the said bills, I undertake to deliver to Le Forestier and Company or to his order, fifteen days after the arrival of the ship, the total amount of the above-mentioned value, both for the principal and for the profit, in good, loyal and merchantable beaver, namely half and up to two thirds, if possible, in very good, fat beaver and not of a lesser kind, at fourteen pounds per pound, and half or one third in very good, dry and merchantable beaver at six pounds per pound, all delivered and in the ship, free of all exit duties and generally of all other duties, if any, including exemption from the costs and damage of the said castors until they reach France, as also in the above agreement and conditions, I undertake and oblige myself to receive from Le Forestier and Company or at their order from the ship... named Le Sacrifice d'Abraham, captain...Guillaume Poullet of Dieppe, present at La Rochelle, shall deliver the goods he has received from this city by the messenger and other person he has given orders to send from Paris by the messenger who is going directly to La Rochelle in accordance with the order I have made at the bottom of the said invoices, which shall include and add the port charges from here to Paris to La Rochelle and all other duties and expenses until the said goods are returned on board, with the exception of the ... and insurance, which shall not be counted or included in the said invoices for the said ships, in witness whereof I have signed this triplicate document, one copy to be retained and the other of equal value in Rouen....´). Signed by both Le Barbier and Le Forestier at the conclusion, each with a paraph manu propria. Having made the voyage from Rouen to Quebec, a supplementary deed is appended to the document on 12th October 1655, in part, ´Advenant le douziesme jour d´octobre mil six cent cinquante cinq sont compareus par devant moy, secretaire du Conseil estably par le Roy a Quebec, notaire en la Nouvelle France at tesmoing soussigés le sieur Germain Le Barbier et Pierre Le Forestier, lesquels ont consenty et deuclare daccord par ensemble de ce qui suit scavoir ledit.......de Estienne Forestier son frere......par devant Maurice et Borel, tabellions royaux audit Rouen, en datte di dix neufviesme jour avril mil six cent cinquante cinq laquelle il nous a monstrée et exhibée et icelle rendue qui....quil soit spéciffié par le concordat en l´autre part que ledit Pierre Germain Le Barbier seroit obligé de payer audit Forestier les marchandises....quinze jours après l´arrivée en France....Paris moyennant la livraison qui luy en serait faite, ledit sieur Forestier recognoist quil n´a livré aucune marchandise audit sieur Le Barbier et que, partant, il a deuclaré d´accord que le concordat soit nulle tant de sa part que de la part dudit sieur promettant.......fait et passé à Quebecq le jour et an susdit, en pressence de Pierre François tesmoing et Pierre Radisson tesmoing soussignés avec les parties´ (Translation: ´On the twelfth day of October, sixteen hundred and fifty-five, appeared before me, secretary of the Council established by the King in Quebec, notary in New France, and witnessed by the undersigned Germain Le Barbier and Pierre Le Forestier, who have agreed and declared in agreement with each other as follows, namely that the said......Estienne Forestier, his brother......before Maurice and Borel, royal notaries in Rouen, on the nineteenth day of April, sixteen hundred and fifty-five, which he showed and presented to us and which was returned to him, which....is specified in the agreement in the other part, that the said Pierre Germain Le Barbier would be obliged to pay the said Forestier for the goods....fifteen days after arrival in France....Paris upon delivery thereof to him, the said Sieur Forestier acknowledges that he has not delivered any merchandise to the said Sieur Le Barbier and that, therefore, he has declared that the agreement is null and void both on his part and on the part of the said Sieur.......Done and executed in Quebec on the day and year above stated, in the presence of Pierre François, witness, and Pierre Radisson, witness, who have signed with the parties´). Signed (´Radisson´) at the conclusion by Pierre.Esprit Radisson and other witnesses and officials, as well as Pierre Le Forestier and Le Barbier, again with their paraph manu propria. With blank integral leaf. An exceptional document relating to Transatlantic commerce in the 17th century, greatly enhanced by the extremely rare (and attractive) signature of the entrepreneurial Radisson. Some light dampstaining to the edges (as can only be expected for a document of this age which spent months crossing the oceans) and some areas of paper loss to the upper edge, none of which significantly affect the text or signatures, GOWING TO RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED BY THE SALEROOM THE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION FOR THIS LOT CAN NOT BE DISPLAYED - PLEASE CONTACT IAA EUROPE DIRECTLY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.  

FRANCE ANATOLE: (1844-1924) French poet, journalist and novelist, Nobel Prize winner for Literature, 1921. A.L.S., Anatole France, one page, 8vo, n.p., 30th December 1882, to ´Monsieur le Secretaire´ (Julia Pingard), in French. France writes, in full, ´J´acquitte ma dette sacrée. Je vous envoi un exemplaire d´Abeiler et j´y ajoute mille compliments empressés de votre tout dévoué´ (Translation: ´I am fulfilling my sacred duty. I am sending you a copy of Abeiler and adding a thousand warm compliments from your devoted servant´). With blank integral leaf. Some very light, minor age wear, VGJulia Pingard (1829-1905), head of the secretariat of the Institut de France.

OERSTED HANS CHRISTIAN: (1777-1851) Danish physicist who discovered that electric currents create magnetic fields, a phenomenon known as Oersted´s Law. The scientist is also responsible for having discovered the chemical element aluminium (AI). L.S., H. C. Oersted, one page, 4to, Copenhagen, 12th May 1838, to a gentleman, in French. The partially printed letter, completed in manuscript, states ´J´ai l´honneur de vous envoyer de la part de la Société Royale des Sciences de Danemarc le septieme volume de ses Memoires en vous priant de vouloir bien presenter ce volume à la société physique de Genevee dont vous etes le Secretaire´ (Translation: ´I have the honour of sending you, on behalf of the Royal Danish Society of Sciences, the seventh volume of its Memoirs, and would ask you to kindly present this volume to the Geneva Physical Society, of which you are the Secretary´). A small area of very light, minor damp staining to the left edge, not affecting the text or signature, otherwise VG

A small teak campaign chest, first half of the19th century, Anglo-Indian, the rectangular top above a secretaire drawer with a fitted interior, the lock inscribed 'BY A. GONSALVES, PAULGHAUT', above two short and two long drawers set with recessed brass handles, with carry handles to the sides, raised a rectangular stand with bracket feet,83cm wide48cm deep98cm highCondition ReportGeneral knocks, surface wear, marks and fading throughout commensurate with age and use. Some knocks, tarnish and discolouration to brass. A small loss to one of the interior drawer knobs. General wear to interior and drawers, with fading and marks to baize. Drawers run smoothly. Some of the brass handles slightly misshapen. Joints sound and solid. General knocks and wear to base and feet. Slight separation to the front left foot. See additional images.

A Victorian mahogany secretaire chest of drawers. Top having inlaid and stringing detail over false top to drawers fall front opening to reveal a fitted interior and three long graduated drawers raised on bracket feet. H109cm x W123cm x D57cm

A 19th century continental walnut secretaire cabinet, 102 cm W x 50 cm D x 160 cm H.

A reproduction mahogany break front bookcase fitted with a secretaire drawer

A 19th century Biedermeier cherry secretaire en abattant, width 106cm, depth 56cm, height 150cm

19th Century twin section mahogany campaign bureau chest of drawers, with secretaire to middle, with brass banding, inset handles, measures 99cm W x 47cm D x 96cm H

A Victorian mahogany and brass bound secretaire campaign chest, in two sections, the upper section having three short drawers with fitted centre secretaire drawer, all with flush brass handles, w.99cm, d.47cm, h.96cm

An early 20th century oak secretaire bookcase of small proportions - the open bookcase top (lacks shelves), over an ogee secretaire drawer with six pigeonholes and a faux-leather writing surface, above a pair of tongue-and0groove doors enclosing a divided interior with a single shelf to the left and two drawers to the right, on a plinth base. (LWH 70.5 x 45.5 x 195cm), requires some restoration.

A 19th century waxed pine secretaire bookcase - the flared cavetto cornice over a pair of 3-pane glazed doors enclosing two fixed shelves, the fall front secretaire below with 8 pigeonholes, above a pair of panelled doors enclosing a single shelf, on a plinth base. (LWH 117 x 53 x 190.5cm), evidence of old (inactive) worm throughout.

A George III inlaid mahogany secretaire chest

A 19th century mahogany secretaire chest-on-chest with two short and two graduated long drawers above a secretaire drawer with fitted interior, and three further graduated long drawers beneath, on bracket feet, 114cm wide.

A GEORGE III MAHOGANY SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE the upper section with a tall broken swan-neck pediment over a dentil moulded frieze and astragal glazed doors opening to shelves, the base with two short drawers and two faux short drawers that fall forward to reveal a fitted interior with writing surface and pigeonholes, three long drawers beneath, on shaped bracket feet, 266cm high x 122cm wide x 56cm deepPlease note: It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to ensure adequate personnel and equipment are provided for the safe removal of this Lot. No contents are included in this Lot.

A VICTORIAN WALNUT SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE the upper section with a moulded cornice over a glazed cupboard opening to shelves, the base with three frieze drawers, the central drawer fitted with a fall front and a leather inset writing slope, with cupboards beneath, 207cm high x 122cm wide x 47cm deepPlease note: No contents are included in this Lot.

REGENCY MAHOGANY SECRETAIRE CHEST OF DRAWERS, EARLY 19TH CENTURY with fitted interior, on splayed feet121cm high, 125cm wideHeavy dust and residue. Scratches and chips throughout the woodwork,  damage to the right hand side top corner of 3rd drawer down, missing some handles and some damaged/buckled and not fitting properly

A GEORGE IV MAHOGANY SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE, the moulded cornice above twin astragal glazed panel doors, enclosing a shelved interior, above a fall front secretaire drawer and raised on a chest of three drawers with oval brass handles, on bracket feet, 220cm high, 126cm wide, 55cm deep

A LOUIS SEIZE STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED FRUITWOOD AND PAINTED FALL-FRONT SECRETAIRE À ABATTANT, with architectural pediment and frieze with foliate swags, the fall-front inset with a painted panel of cherubs, enclosing a fitted interior, above drawers flanking a circular brass plaque and raised on turned fluted tapering legs and stretcher, 139cm high, 82cm wide, 41cm depth

A Victorian figured mahogany secretaire bookcase, shaped and stepped cornice over twin fielded cupboard doors, adjustable internal shelves, over a base with secretaire drawer and twin cupboard doors flanked by open columns, on plinth base, 206 x 120 x 63cms.Location: GIf there is no condition report shown, please request

Marquetry escritoireDutch, Late 18th/Early 19th Century, walnut, profusely decorated with with marquetry and parquetry designs, including birds, figures, flowers and leaves, with brass escutcheons and ring handles, fitted with two drawers above a secretaire drawer above three drawers, flanked by two turned columns, standing on raised feet, 101cm wide x 157cm high x 49cm deep At present, there is no condition report prepared for this lot, this in no way indicates a good condition, please contact the saleroom for a condition report.

Antique Secretaire with glazed cupboard to top, drop down writing section with full interior and brass light, drop down cupboard to base  104cmW 28cmD 216cmH

BRITISH SCHOOL (Late 19th Century)Young Lady Seated by a Lake Holding a Rose and Interior Scene with Young Lady by a Secretaire Holding a Letter, a pair, each signed with initials WHW and dated 1873, watercolour, both 13" x 9 1/2" (2) (Est. plus 24% premium inc. VAT)

A late 19th century continental oak secretaire bureau, 122 cm x 58 cm x 199 cm

WILLIAM & MARY WALNUT & BOXWOOD LINE INLAID SECRETAIRE CHEST ON STAND, c. 1695, elements of the stand later, fitted interior with drawers, hidden drawers, stand with two frieze drawers, later barley twist supports and stretcher base, 168 (h) x 110 (w) x 54cms (d)Provenance: private collection Gwynedd

A George III mahogany bookcase, with hexagon pattern glazing bars and adjustable shelves, the lower part with a secretaire above further drawers, 209cm h; 53 x 84cm Old cosmetic restoration, handles replaced

An unusual decorative continental lacquered secretaire abattant, the front lacquered with abstract block decoration, angle faceted drop door enclosing a terracotta lacquered interior with further drawers and cupboard doors, the framework with mottled black ground and snowflake decoration, 143cm high x 101 x 38 cm wide

A small Georgian mahogany secretaire bookcase, the lower section enclosed by four drawer, the fall flap enclosing a fitted secretaire, the bookcase with astragal glazed panelled door and adjustable shelf, 225cm high x 80cm x 52cm

A 19th century continental mahogany secretaire, the fall flap enclosing a fitted interior, over two cupboards doors, 138cm high x 105cm x 42cm

A Louis XV style inlaid kingwood and gilt bronze mounted secretaire à abattant, 55cm wide 24cm deep117cm highCondition ReportFuther images added.

A Louis XV style inlaid walnut gilt bronze and Martin Vernis secretaire, with a marble top, the hinged writing surface, baize lined, with drawers, a drawer below, 63.5cm wide 37cm deep123cm high

A 19th Century secretaire chest fitted three long drawers below

A 19th Century mahogany Wellington chest having adapted secretaire drawer

A 19th century mahogany secretaire with associated bookcase top. 125 cm wide x 226 cm high.

A George III oak secretaire chest, the fall front top drawer enclosing fitted interior over three long graduated drawers a/f, 108 x 55 x 104 cm high

A George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase, the upper part with dentil moulded cornice, fitted two shelves enclosed by a pair of astragal glazed doors, the base fitted secretaire drawer with the leather-lined fall front enclosing central cupboard, three drawers and four pigeon holes, cupboard under enclosed by pair of panelled doors, on bracket feet, 49ins wide x 22.5ins deep x 90ins highThe upper part of the cornice has some general rubbing and edge knocks. To the frieze there are signs of shrinkage with numerous places of veneer cracking, lifting and bubbling.  General heavier scattered scratching to each of the adjustable shelves and darker staining or water marks. To the left hand side of the upper part of the base in the corner there is a diagonal crack around 6ins long. At the top of the base there is some general light scattered scratching. Around all three front edges of the top there is general rubbing and edge knocks. On the right hand side in the centre there is a small area of damage to the moulding around 1ins long running vertically. On the corner there is an area of veneer repair in a triangular section around 2ins x 2ins long. On the left hand side there is a rectangular veneer repair around 1ins x 2ins long and there is a deep depression on the right hand side around 2ins diameter. To the left hand side there are general signs of heavier scattered scratching and there is a diagonal crack to the lower half around 4ins long. On the right hand side there are signs of general heavier scattered scratching, there are two diagonal cracks the first around 5ins long, the second around 8ins long and there is a vertical shrinkage split running from the base around 8ins long. At the front corner just to the right of the first long drawer there is a few scattered areas of heavy scratching or damage, each around 0.5ins long. The leather lined writing slope within the fitted interior has a crease running from one end to the other and is highly distressed with areas of scattered scratching and gilt loss.  Key is present and locking mechanism works. Drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance.  General heavier wear to the bracket feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints.

A George III Figured Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Secretaire Bookcase, the upper part with moulded cornice, plain frieze, fitted three adjustable shelves enclosed by a pair of astragal glazed doors, the base with fitted interior comprising eight small drawers, central cupboard and pigeon holes, and green and gilt tooled leather writing slope, enclosed by fall front inlaid with satinwood and banded oval panels, three long graduated drawers under, on bracket feet, 46ins wide x 20.5ins deep x 88.5ins high The upper part around the cornice to each of the front three edges has some heavy edge knocks and general rubbing. On the lower section of the frieze at the front there are numerous areas of shrinkage with vertical cracks running along the whole edge and on the right and left hand sides.  To the left hand corner there is a wide shrinkage crack running vertically around 2ins long.  General heavier scattered scratching and staining to the adjustable shelves. At the top of the base there is some general heavier scratching and staining. On the front left hand corner there is a triangular section of veneer repair around 2ins x 2ins. On the right hand corner there is a larger section of veneer repair in a triangular section around 2ins x 4ins long. On the left hand side of the base there is some heavier scratching and knocks, the same on the right hand side.  On the upper hinge of the right hand door there is an area of repair. The key is present and locking mechanisms work.  The fall front revealing the fitted interior - the leather lined slope has a crease running horizontally from one end to the other.  Interior drawers run free and easily.  The pigeon holes have extensive ink staining. The exterior drawer runs free and easily with minimal resistance.  On the right hand door on the left hand side at the bottom left corner of the fielded panel there is a small area of shrinkage with a vertical crack around 2ins long. General heavier wear to the bracket feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound however there is some movement in the joints. 

A 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Secretaire Chest on Chest, with rosewood crossbanding, 122cm by 60cm by 182cm

A French Louis XV-Style Tulipwood and Marquetry-Inlaid Secretaire à Abattant, late 19th century, the original grey and white veined marble top above an oak-lined drawer, the fall front enclosing a modern gilt tooled leather writing surface, the interior with five drawers around a pigeon hole, two cupboard doors below, all between canted stiles 64cm by 37cm by 133cmProvenance: The Selected Contents of Scorborough Lodge from the Estate of Stephen Thornley-Wilson