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A Rare 18th Century Parquetry Baroque Writing Slope, South German Circa 1760

About the Item

The exterior surface decorated with striking geometric panels of contrasting light & dark fruitwood veneers with ebonized mouldings, the slant top opening on later iron hinges to a plain interior housing a small hinged compartment for writing implements, raised overall upon four original conical-shaped supports.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)

Style:

Baroque (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Fruitwood,Iron,Ebonized,Hand-Crafted,Inlay,Parquetry

Place of Origin:

Germany

Period:

Mid-18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1760

Condition:

Replacements made: In very good overall condition, showing later strap hinges and one small panel of the writing implement compartment replaced. Wear consistent with age and use. In very good overall condition.

Seller Location:

Ottawa, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU272839165711

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