An Anglo-Dutch brass mounted walnut and burr walnut bureau bookcase George II, mid 18th century

In general good restored condition with the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to use and age, general minor restorations to the veneer, a large veneer restoration to the lower right side, very minor veneer losses to the extremities, the sides, upper part of doors and the hinged flap with small horizontal and vertical veneer hairline cracks, some restored, locks door and drawers replaced, lower drawer with part of left moulding lacking but still there, some lock plates drawers slightly loose, finial centering crest possibly associated.
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