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Impressive 18th Century Italian Venetian Walnut Secretaire

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An impressive and unusually tall Venetian black walnut and burled walnut secretary. The mirrored top cabinet doors opening to reveal a multi drawer fitted interior, having a drop front writing surface over three drawers. Beautiful color walnut veneers over pine as the secondary wood. Original wide draw planed boards on the back with original hand wrought rose head nails. Restored and refinished in the mid 20th century, with some modifications of added secret drawers. This secretary is two separate pieces a top and a bottom. In remarkable antique condition. Italy, 18th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 109 in (276.86 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Added secret drawers sometime in the mid 20th century. Restored and refinished in the mid 20th century. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU812829762692
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