Large Indo-Portuguese Queen Anne Rosewood Four-Seat Settee bookcases Note: some splits to caning

Note: some splits to caning

Expertly hand carved

finely reeded frieze that is flanked by squared

75 Depth 2 Height 82 inches

With decorative armorial bookplate (front endpaper): William Robert Mercer

Large Indo-Portuguese Queen Anne Rosewood Four-Seat Settee bookcases Note: some splits to caningDETAILS Of generous proportion, this remarkable antique, 18th century, Indo Portuguese bench features four back slats, each with pierced heart details, beneath a foliate carved crest rail. The arms display carved details and dramatic scrolled ends. The richly carved legs are of animal form and terminate on trefid feet. The stretchers are elaborately turned; another expressive detail of this creative piece. STYLE Queen Anne PLACE OF ORIGIN South India