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Louis XVI Desk/Secretaire a Abattant c. 1790-1800

$3,960
$4,95020% Off
£3,010.69
£3,763.3620% Off
€3,474.45
€4,343.0620% Off
CA$5,542.94
CA$6,928.6720% Off
A$6,206.61
A$7,758.2620% Off
CHF 3,238.30
CHF 4,047.8720% Off
MX$75,622.99
MX$94,528.7420% Off
NOK 41,091.71
NOK 51,364.6420% Off
SEK 39,067.28
SEK 48,834.0920% Off
DKK 25,934.49
DKK 32,418.1120% Off
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About the Item

This is a very good example of a late 18th century Louis XVI Secretaire a Abattant. The secretaire is crafted of solid walnut and is a generous 39.5" wide. The fall front when down reveals an interior configuration of 6 drawers surrounding a central "cubby" with two shelves above. The lower section of the secretaire is configured with 3 long drawers providing (always needed) extra storage. The secretaire has been recently ebonized and is in excellent condition The leather of the fall front has been expertly replaced with the finest leather surrounded by gilt detailing. All of the original brass hardware is present. Key is not available.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 39.5 in (100.33 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1790-1800
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Additions or alterations made to the original: The leather writing surface has been replaced and the secretaire has been recently ebonized. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Pasadena, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: mjhdesignarts.06.07.22.a1stDibs: LU2519340929712

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