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Rare North German Altona Empire Secretary, circa 1810-1815

$33,457.09
£24,888.70
€27,900
CA$45,814.20
A$50,939.16
CHF 26,597.62
MX$620,053.59
NOK 339,374.02
SEK 317,977.24
DKK 212,387.29
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About the Item

Beautiful and rare original North German "Altona" Secretary, circa 1810-1820. Fine cuba-mahogany, Birch and elmwood veneer. Inlays in different woods. Original fittings in bronze and brass. Center with fold-out writing flap and top with writing drawer. Secretary with secret storage compartments. Top with gallery and "Schinkeldach". Decorated with some half-columns. Back of the secretary with sticker from Altona and remains of a wax seal (probably) by "Altonaer Waaren Fabrik" This wonderful and rare secretary are in original unrestored stand. Please feel free and contact us for inquiries about this object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 78.75 in (200 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1810-15
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Original, unrestored stand. With trace of use and and minor losses. Feel free to contact us for any questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Handewitt, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8368236669862

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