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19th c. Swedish Rococo Secretary with Library in Original Blue Paint

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A rare, early 19th century Swedish Rococo style slant-front secretary from Fryksdalen in Värmland with arched cornice, circa 1820. The paint has been hand-scraped down to the original, gorgeous blue paint surface. The slant-front opens to reveal 8 drawers and a center pigeon hole behind the writing surface. The shaped doors of the upper library open to reveal four small drawers and three shelves, including a shaped, slotted utensil rack. The desk surface height is 28.75 inches. This piece disassembles for ease of transport (lower cabinet, upper case, doors, and cornice).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 89.75 in (227.97 cm)Width: 58.25 in (147.96 cm)Depth: 24.39 in (61.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Wichita, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 21901stDibs: LU979543878632

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