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French Secretaire à Abattant, First Empire Period
About the Item
French first Empire period Secretaire à Abattant, also known as a drop-front secretary, fall front or cantilevered desk. Under the dark grey marble top is a secret, entablature drawer. A cantilevered fall front opens to reveal several drawers, a column theatre and a writing surface. Secret compartments are hidden behind the columns and drawers. The base of the cabinet features two doors, which house three full-width drawers with individual locks. The piece is flanked by columns adorned with finely cast bases and etched bronze capitals.
Depth from back of unit to opened desk is 35.5".
- Dimensions:Height: 57.75 in (146.69 cm)Width: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Depth: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Small restorations could be done by the artisans from our atelier.
- Seller Location:Montreal, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3827124429702
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