The Pamplin Collection holds many and diverse pieces of 18th and 19th century furniture, including this period English secretary bookcase, with original broken- arch pediment and original mirrors. The candle slides are still intact. Continental two drawer chest, with original escutcheons. Marquetry of ebony and satinwood, plus other woods. This elegant curved front desk–a Continental…
Category: Furniture
Drinks Box 18th Century
Tantalus, or drinks box, 18th century, with an interior fitted for bottles and glasses. This tantalus is made of burled walnut and is supported by four carved feet. The bottles and glasses are of the same period, and thus are over 200 years old.