An Anglo-Dutch colonial maccassar ebony banded and oyster veneered bureau cabinet Colonial, first half 18th century

the interior to the top with two adjustable shelves, pigeonholes and two small drawers above a candleslide,  the bureau with an arrangement of drawers, pigeonholes and a central well

With Eddie Knowles of Wells, Somerset, from whom purchased at the Grosvenor House Antiques fair.

Of a good solid weight and in restored condition. The mirror glass probably later. The fall with repaired split. The interior generally good. Some typical old marks and scratches. Bracket feet possibly later. This is a rare and stable piece.
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