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Early 18th Century French Petite Secretaire or Bureau with Projecting Cabinet
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This early 18th-century French dark wood secretary or fall-front bureau cabinet with charming proportions. Featuring a carved projecting cornice and arched front, original glass mirror fronted by barley twist columns, and slant front desk with a convenient one-door cabinet below. Of a beautiful deep, rich patina, this lovely functional piece has a storied appeal.
France, circa 1700
Dimensions: 27.5W x 16D x 65H
- Dimensions:Height: 65 in (165.1 cm)Width: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1700
- Condition:Good.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: U610421stDibs: LU797216634862
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