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Spectacular masterspiece ladies writing secretary desk Napoleon III, 1860 France
$12,000
£9,174.64
€10,567.33
CA$16,815.68
A$18,773.12
CHF 9,836.84
MX$229,801.47
NOK 124,927.90
SEK 117,791.15
DKK 78,865.07
About the Item
A masterpiece of French craftsmanship - a Napoleon III era ladies writing secretary desk, circa 1860.
The piece of furniture has a slender, high structure, with a richly decorated front and sides that are also finished. The front in particular masterfully executed - the ebonized furniture has an impressive design thanks to the rich veneer pattern made of mother-of-pearl, brass and palisander wood in sweeping lines, stars or diamonds - the highest level of craftsmanship.
These can be found in several rectangles on the writing flap, but also on each of the 4 drawers. Not only these - there are also fire-gilt bronze strips on each opening, as well as rich fire-gilt bronze fittings on the curved feet and the lysens as well as fire-guilt bronze key plates.
If you open the writing flap you have a writing surface covered with green felt and in the furniture two drawers with wonderful fittings and a small shelf compartment.
On top is a beautifully curved white marble slab.
Measurements approx.: height 48,82 in – 124 cm, width 25,19 in – 64 cm, depth 14,57 in – 37 cm
A stunning piece of furniture, an original more than 150 years old in impressive original condition – even the original key is still available.
- Dimensions:Height: 48.82 in (124.01 cm)Width: 25.19 in (63.99 cm)Depth: 14.57 in (37.01 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1860s
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- Seller Location:Wien, AT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8437242496212
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