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Conical Secrétaire, 19th Century Biedermeier Secretary in Birch, Germany

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Conical secretary North-East Germany birch, 19th century, Biedermeier, circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D 150 x 102 (94) x 52 cm Description: Rare conically tapering secretary with strongly flamed birch veneer. The lowest drawer is slightly protruding, typical for the region. The feet follow this shape. Above it we find two more drawers, the writing flap and a head drawer. Large, dominant key labels, contrastingly set off in blackened wood. By opening the writing flap, the view of the beautiful, architecturally designed interior is revealed. The lower drawer is decorated with masonry marquetry. Above it we find a central, rear mirrored compartment with parquet flooring. This compartment is flanked by ebonized columns and three drawers on top of each other with a marquetry-marked round arch. Here is dark stained birch veneer. The row of drawers above is divided into three sections, the lockable middle drawer has an applied Schinkel roof. Above the head drawer with compartment division, a cornice decorated with multiple steps and a quarter bar profile forms the upper end of the secrétaire. Condition: Restored condition, shellac hand polished. Key renewed. All drawers work very well. The secretary is absolutely suitable for everyday use. Comparable pieces of furniture can be found in the technical literature: Renate Möller - Empire and Biedermeier furniture p.51.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 59.06 in (150 cm)Width: 40.16 in (102 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Biedermeier (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Restored condition, shellac hand polished. Key renewed. All drawers work very well. The secretaryis absolutely suitable for everyday use.
  • Seller Location:
    Greven, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5419221323142
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