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Makassar Art Deco Secretary Desk with Maple Interior, France 1930s
$10,765.80
£7,994.21
€9,000
CA$14,791.67
A$16,087.58
CHF 8,525.83
MX$192,762.77
NOK 108,358.88
SEK 99,271.47
DKK 68,616.92
About the Item
This striking Art Deco secretary desk from the 1930s showcases masterful craftsmanship paired with the expressive beauty of the finest materials. The high-gloss polished Macassar wood, with its distinctive dark striping, exudes graphic elegance and sets a bold visual statement.
The facade is composed in strict geometric clarity: the upper drop-front writing surface is framed by slender mouldings and topped by a subtly flared cornice. Below, the twin cabinet doors are veneered in a superb parquetry pattern of diagonally set Macassar, a signature element of French Art Deco style. Subtle original brass hardware adds a refined finishing touch.
Inside, the piece reveals a contrasting light maple interior – cleverly structured, visually harmonious, and functionally refined. Multiple open shelves, two small drawers, and a writing surface covered in leather offer not just organization, but a sense of occasion. The light, streamlined interior perfectly embodies the understated luxury that defines Art Deco furnishings.
The secretary stands on tapered legs with Macassar veneer, capped with solid brass sabots and decorative collars – a hallmark of fine 1930s cabinetmaking. The piece has been professionally restored with a traditional French polish and is in excellent condition. The exceptional craftsmanship, especially in the book-matched veneers and finely cast fittings, suggest origin from one of the leading ateliers of France or Belgium.
A piece for connoisseurs and collectors – commanding in form, refined in execution, and timeless in presence.
Dimensions: 89 × 158 × 40 cm (W × H × D) 35.04 × 62.2 × 15.75 in
- Dimensions:Height: 62.21 in (158 cm)Width: 35.04 in (89 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930s
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. High quality restoration.
- Seller Location:Ulm, DE
- Reference Number:Seller: 002781stDibs: LU3128346277182
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