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17th Century Welsh Oak Writing Bureau


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17th Century Welsh Oak Writing Bureau ( 1660 - 1680)

Medium:   Oak
Dimensions:   36.50inch wide   50.50inch high   23.00inch deep (92.71 cm wide  128.27 cm high  58.42 cm deep)
Description:   Mid to North Wales (Ruthin, Bala, Montgomeryshire)
Superb patination and wonderful deep rich plum colour
Of unique design, rare one piece construction - truly a collector's piece

Showing a feature turned spindle gallery top section
A graduated drawer interior, with three secret drawers
Five large feathered ink well compartments for different coloured inks
Interior shows a well that was used for parchment paper
The ogee arches between the legs are a typical feature of the Montgomeryshire / Mid Wales area
Standing on six legs with inverted cup turnings
Fine original connecting stretchers
Original bun feet
Condition:   Exceptional and original condition throughout
 


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