A diminutive George II-style mahogany and parcel-gilt bureau bookcase, incorporating some 18th century elements, the upper section with a rectangular mirrored door enclosing shelves and a candle slide, the base with a fall front with a fitted interior within, above four graduated long drawers and raised on bracket feet, 67cm wide 52cm deep 190cm high Condition report: The top and base a marriage. Alteration and repair throughout. The top is desperate to fall forward when the door is opened, suggesting that the mirrored door is itself associated. Knocks, wear and scratches.