Iberian Ebonized, Tortoiseshell, Oak and Fruitwood Papeleira Vargueno, 17th century, the breakfront molded cornice above a projecting architectural-form center section featuring a portico of stepped columns surrounding a central niche with an ormolu mount of the Madonna, the entire center section opening to reveal five small drawers, all with double-diamond pattern inlay, flanked to either side by a bank of four drawers, raised on parcel-gilt bun feet, the sides fitted with hand-forged iron handles, h. 29-1/2", w. 50-1/2", d. 18", the whole resting on a Spanish mahogany and walnut guard room table, 18th century, the rectangular top with panel banding surrounding inlaid diamond patterns, raised on bobbin-turned legs joined by scrolling iron stretchers and ending in bulbous feet, h. 33", w. 60", d. 23". Provenance: B. F. Bonner Estate, Houston, Texas.

In good "as found" condition. There are small scattered moldings that are off in the center section (some are present and need to be glued back in place). Minor losses to the tortoiseshell. All of the concealed interior drawers are intact. There are dings to the feet. The table has rubs and wear from age and use. Two keys are present.