Vintage Bureau Bookcase, unusual EYE pattern on desk lid
A traditional Bureau Bookcase from around the mid 's - possibly 's. It has a lovely patina to it - not sure but it could be walnut? What is VERY UNUSUAL about it though, is that the drop-down lid (which forms the writing desk part of the bureau), shows a pattern which looks a lot like the 'Big Brother Eye logo symbol', or similar. The bureau and bookcase separate into two sections, making it easier to transport. They could probably be used separately too but I have always kept them as one. The sizes are approximately: 76 inches High - (bookcase section being 36 inches, bureau section being 40 inches) 29 and a half inches Wide 19 inches deep for the Bureau section (approx 18 inches excluding the Queen Ann legs, which jut outwards at the largest part) 9 inches deep for the Bookcase section As expected with old furniture, there are areas of wear and tear and also some small sections are chipped and missing in places. Please see photos for further information. There is a key supplied with the bookcase (not sure if it is original, the lock sticks a little, so needs attention). The writing desk lid does not lock as there is a small section missing internally. This is a lovely, old item with a unique modern twist to it. Perhaps Channel 5 would like it for the next series of Big Brother? Failing that, it could be kept as it is, or be an upcycling project for the Annie Sloan or Farrow & Ball crafters! Read More