Chest of drawers forming a sloping secretary in burr walnut, with three drawers and a flap opening to reveal four drawers, a window and a compartment with a sliding shelf; (accidents and restorations; probably with an original top). Northern Italy, 18th century. H: 101 cm, W: 164 cm, D: 64 cm (approx.) Also included: Two-leaf burr-walnut cabinet, the cut-out pediment incorporating a mirror, the interior containing pigeonholes; (accidents and restorations; upper part of one cabinet). Northern Italy, 18th century. H: 140 cm, W: 113 cm, D: 29 cm

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