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18th Century Dutch Burl Walnut Secretary Cabinet Scriban Desk library Antique LA

About the Item

An important and rare 18th century Dutch burl walnut secretaire cabinet Scriban desk Enclosing fitted interior incorporating pigeonholes, hinged compartments, folio slides Pull-out candle slides drawers with Herringbone inlay and secret compartments. Outstanding arch top pediment Cornice Molded with raised and recessed, crowning very fine elaborate Two front fielded paneled doors Symmetrical with mirroring inlaid work done with European walnut burl which is light in color and finer in texture. And Beautiful 18th Century Carved three-dimensional acanthus leaves . The parchment and Document vertical slides all present and well preserved in a formidable condition, Topped by 10 pigeonholes on top / 4 at bottom / 3 in the middle cabinet. 27 apparent drawers and 4 in middle cabinet + 2 hidden pull out on top of the bottom pigeon holes and could be unlocked after removing the 3 drawers from the desk up. 2 pull out Candle holders. 2 pull out hidden drawers with Corinthian decoration exterior. At desk level another secret sliding cabinet that is very deep and wide to hide documents. Inside of it , there’s a pull out side vertical and with a thread to pull out another to secret compartments. All the interior small drawers, document slides, candle slides, pigeonholes, sliding covers and compartments done with an incredible attention and craftsmanship and they are all very well fitted. The desk is fitted with 3 incredible Arc-en-Arbale`te very large drawers crossbow shape serpentine with all original hardware hinges handles and plaques. Mounted on Geometric Square Feet elevating the entirety of this art work of this rare secretary. As seen in the closeup pictures the signs of the centuries are apparent but minor considering such a large piece of furniture , such as cracks chips etc.. But overall outstanding condition. You are welcome to send your expert to examine in person. Measures: Height 93” Width 51” Depth 25”.

Dimensions:

Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Walnut,Wood,Hand-Carved

Place of Origin:

Netherlands

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1700s

Condition:

Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. overall very good condition for its age and use. no recent or apparent repairs. but age shows in some parts on the wood. i will share more close up pictures. we are limited to 20 on the list. we have many more. you are welcome to see it in person.

Seller Location:

West Hollywood, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU4400213343671

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