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Late 17th C Louis XIV Italian Walnut Scrittorio Con Scarabattolo, Burl & Inlay

$12,600
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£9,599.27
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€11,068.35
€18,447.2540% Off
CA$17,633.45
CA$29,389.0840% Off
A$19,702.44
A$32,837.4040% Off
CHF 10,306.56
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MX$241,615.03
MX$402,691.7240% Off
NOK 131,698.26
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SEK 124,884.84
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DKK 82,609.02
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Late 17th Century Louis XIV Italian walnut secretary cabinet, termed a Scrittorio con Scarabattolo, with thick burled walnut drawer fronts and striking carved fruitwood inlay. Fine Renaissance shellac finish in beautiful condition. An Italian masterpiece of solid walnut structure and sculpted details; this version of a secretary incorporated within a chest of drawers has a hinged top & upper front panel which open to reveal a desktop writing space with 6 inlay framed drawers. Ornate forged iron hinges. Functional locks & keys. Northern Italy, Veneto region. Circa 1680. Measures of prominent top: 67.3"W x 43.2"H x 26.8"D Additional measures: - Cabinet body: 59.4"W x 23.4"D - Open desktop surface: 57.4"W x 15"D x 35"H (hinged panel extends 4.5"D from cabinet body & 2.75"D from cabinet base, for use standing or seated) - Large drawer (3) interiors: 55.9"W x 6.9"H x 21.3"D - Small drawer (6) interiors: 16.9"W x 3.1"H x 11"D Save this listing to receive our Private Offer!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.2 in (109.73 cm)Width: 67.3 in (170.95 cm)Depth: 26.8 in (68.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1680
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Encinitas, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1229230126012

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