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Spectacular masterspiece ladies writing secretary desk Napoleon III, 1860 France

$12,000
£9,088.89
€10,437.05
CA$16,817.15
A$18,290.50
CHF 9,693.30
MX$219,158.42
NOK 123,196.82
SEK 112,865.04
DKK 78,012.86

About the Item

A masterpiece of French craftsmanship - a Napoleon III era ladies writing secretary desk, circa 1860. The piece of furniture has a slender, high structure, with a richly decorated front and sides that are also finished. The front in particular masterfully executed - the ebonized furniture has an impressive design thanks to the rich veneer pattern made of mother-of-pearl, brass and palisander wood in sweeping lines, stars or diamonds - the highest level of craftsmanship. These can be found in several rectangles on the writing flap, but also on each of the 4 drawers. Not only these - there are also fire-gilt bronze strips on each opening, as well as rich fire-gilt bronze fittings on the curved feet and the lysens as well as fire-guilt bronze key plates. If you open the writing flap you have a writing surface covered with green felt and in the furniture two drawers with wonderful fittings and a small shelf compartment. On top is a beautifully curved white marble slab. Measurements approx.: height 48,82 in – 124 cm, width 25,19 in – 64 cm, depth 14,57 in – 37 cm A stunning piece of furniture, an original more than 150 years old in impressive original condition – even the original key is still available.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.82 in (124.01 cm)Width: 25.19 in (63.99 cm)Depth: 14.57 in (37.01 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Wien, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8437242496212

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