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Russian Empire Commode Secretary

About the Item

An exceptional Russian Empire fruitwood and ebonized 4 drawer chest/secretary. The top drawer conceals the drop-down desk featuring 6 drawers and a lapis lazuli, marble and brass plaque depicting a mythological scene. Locks are concealed under brass flaps. Brass also featured as outline on sides of cabinet. Ebonized legs. Original Carrara and black marble banded original butterflied marble top. Marble restored. Original key. Russia. Circa 1850.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The marble top has an old repair noted in image. 2" chip of wood missing on back side, 1" of it barely noticeable from side. Some of the brass beading trim on marble missing right corner. Noted in image. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Newport Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853931028422
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