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Josephinian Austrian Inlaid Walnut Two Piece 1750s Era Rental Cabinet Secretary
$4,396
$5,49520% Off
£3,356.70
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€3,821.73
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CA$6,172.68
CA$7,715.8520% Off
A$6,747.95
A$8,434.9320% Off
CHF 3,569.97
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MX$80,750.01
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NOK 45,422.70
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SEK 41,579.89
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About the Item
This Josephinian Austrian inlaid walnut two-piece cabinet secretary, circa 1750s, is a remarkable example of fine 18th-century European craftsmanship. Designed during the reign of Emperor Joseph II, this rare piece combines elegance, practicality, and timeless artistry. The secretary features a richly figured walnut façade with exquisite inlay work that highlights the natural beauty of the wood. Its architectural form is divided into two sections: the upper cabinet with an impressive arrangement of drawers flanking a central door, and the lower case fitted with larger drawers for versatile storage.
The intricate walnut inlay and finely carved details emphasize the refined Rococo-to-Neoclassical transition style typical of Austrian furniture in the mid-18th century. Supported on elegant square legs joined by an X-stretcher, the piece balances grandeur with stability. The cabinet’s interior likely once served as a private writing and storage space, making it a multifunctional heirloom suited for both scholarly and domestic use.
Ideal for collectors, designers, and connoisseurs of historic European furniture, this Austrian Josephinian secretary cabinet represents an exceptional fusion of form and function. A museum-quality investment piece, it stands as a testament to the sophistication of 18th-century Austrian craftsmanship.
- Dimensions:Height: 71 in (180.34 cm)Width: 59.75 in (151.77 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
- Style:Biedermeier (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1750-1759
- Date of Manufacture:1750
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. 2 pieces. Wood. Metal hardware. Top piece has 12 dovetailed drawers. One door containing 2 dovetailed drawers. Bottom has drop front desk containing 4 dovetailed drawers. 70 7/8" h x 59 5/8" w x 24 5/8" d. Condition NO KEY. Pieces of wood missing. Sc.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091339973582
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