Rare Small 18th Century Mahogany Bureau, c.1760 SOLD first issue of 'The Virginians'

first issue of 'The Virginians' by William Thackeray

sits within a cathedral setting and has a wonderful sparkle when caught by the light

opening on the original iron loop hinges

Weight: 200 grams

Rare Small 18th Century Mahogany Bureau, c.1760 SOLD first issue of 'The Virginians'An exceptional and charming 18th century mahogany bureau of unusually small proportions. The bureau has retained its original brass handles and escutcheons, and has a working lock with the original key. The wood has desirable deep patination throughout. The bureau has a rectangular top which, when unlocked, opens to reveal four small brass handled draws and seven framed pigeon holes. This sits above four graduated dovetailed drawers raised upon