late c19th early c20th edwardian figured satinwood ladies bureau of desirable small proportions by druce colondon

Description

Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian period figured satinwood ladies bureau of desirable small proportions by Druce & Co., London .
High-quality satinwood bureau with fall flat-front supported on brass stays and lopers , enclosing a well-fitted interior comprising drawers and pigeon-holes , retaining the original tooled Morocco leather inset writing surface . The base fitted with 2 short and 3 long drawers , all fitted with their original gilded brass 'looped' drop handles . The fall and drawers all with cross-banded edges.
Striking figured satinwood veneers with fine ebony strung details .
Bears the original gilded brass manufacturers/retail plaque of "Druce & Co., Baker St., Portland Square ,London" , fitted to interior of one drawer.
Raised on shaped and string inlaid feet .
Minor old water-stains to polish of top , could be re-finished if desired.
H 41"
W 30"
D 18"
England c.1900
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