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18th Century, Veneered and Inlaid Secretary

$39,500
£29,857.11
€34,311.13
CA$55,003.51
A$61,189.15
CHF 32,076.12
MX$747,716.45
NOK 408,449.34
SEK 384,498.55
DKK 256,119.50
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About the Item

Stunning, hand carved, 18th century, parquetry inlaid and veneered, bonnet top, two-part secretary from the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy. The two-door top cabinet sits above a serpentine, bow-front base featuring a scrolling apron, and delicate feet. The whole fitted out with original escutcheons and drawer pulls. Published in the 1994 book, “Antique Furniture of Emilia-Romagna” published by Poligrafico Artioli, Modena, Italy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 99 in (251.46 cm)Width: 52 in (132.08 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853922328002

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