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Antique French Mahogany Drop Front Brass Gallery Secretary Writing Desk 40"

About the Item

Antique French Victorian secretary / library writing desk. Made of mahogany featuring drop front door inlaid with floral mother of pearl and shield motif, which opens to writing surface with multiple cubbies and drawers. The secretary also features a reticulated brass gallery, large serpentine oxbow drawer with sea shell pulls, two unusual cabinets / cubbies flanking a petite kneehole, and tapered legs. Dimensions: 26" x 16" x 40" h
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. structurally solid, warping to gallery, fading / scuffing.
  • Seller Location:
    Dayton, OH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 413381stDibs: LU5343240827092

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