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Swiss Early 19th Century Empire Bureau Cabinet, Signed Hirschgartner

About the Item

This fine Empire drop-front secretary (secrétaire a'abattant or secrétaire en armoire) with a writing and standing desk is signed M. Hirschgartner. Hans Martin Hirschgartner (1766-1839) is a famous Swiss ebeniste and became master in Zurich in 1790. He was known for the quality and great craftsmanship of his furniture. Grey marble top above a single long drawer that turns into a leather-lined standing desk enclosing three drawers, one with three compartments for writing utensils. The fall front opening to reveal a green tooled-leather writing surface and a fitted interior, very Fine gilt and patinated bronze mounts, all on raised paw feet. This most extraordinary crafted writing cabinet displays superb proportion and distinguishes itself by the combination of both, standing and writing desk.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55.91 in (142 cm)Width: 39.77 in (101 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cherry,Maple,Marble
  • Place of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1815
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18931stDibs: LU9814807361
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