George III English Oak Secretaire Bookcase

Second half 18th century, oak secondary, two part form, applied molded cornice, two hinged double raised paneled doors, shelved and divided interior with twenty-four pigeon holes, lipped slant front with lopers, interior with well, central prospect door with three small drawers, stepped interior with valances, four serpentine front small drawers, two case side-by-side drawers over two long drawers, applied bracket foot base.

76.25 x 38 x 20.5 in.

The Caroline Faison Antiques Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina

Missing molding cap to top of desk base at right side; one valance loose (but present); interior with staining and wear; no key; missing two locks; later rear brace blocks; separation between side boards.