Scandinavian Karl Johan Birch Writing Table from the Estate of Alfred Grenander

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Scandinavian Karl Johan Birch Writing Table from the Estate of Alfred Grenander

About the Item

A sofa table or writing table in birch with mahogany bandings and ebonized columns resting on base terminating in carved "S" shaped feet on casters. Offers two functional drawers on one side and two faux-front drawers on the other, with drop leaves that can be raised to enlarge the work area. This handsome Biederemeier (Karl Johan) table is from the estate of renowned Swedish Architect Alfred Grenander and is from Villa Ta°ngvallen, in Falsterbo Sweden (photographed). Sweden, circa 1815. Alfred Grenander, who was trained in Berlin and was influenced by German Jugendstil and the later Bauhaus movements, as can be seen in his summer home, designed and built by him in Falsterbo, Sweden, in 1906. Most of the purchased furnishings in that home were Jugendstil in style. Architect Grenander's summer desk resided in Villa Ta°ngvallen, in Falsterbo from 1906 until this year when the estate was sold by his living descendents . Alfred Grenander is best known for his work on the Berlin Uban. Between 1902 and 1930 he constructed numerous U-Bahn stations, many of which have landmark status today. The salon table/desk was photographed in Villa Ta°ngvallen in a beautiful, airy room on the second floor looking out on the garden from a dormer window. There are signs of wear on the lower legs where the desk's occupant would have rested his feet over the years. This is a table that saw much use, and emanates a special energy. The worn areas are mostly visible on the side where the access to the drawers are. The black columns have been minimally restored to retain the patina of age. This is a wonderful table, whose provenance is rich in history! Measure: 38" - 57 1/2" wide x 29" deep x 30" high.

Dimensions:
Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)
Style:
Neoclassical (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Birch,Polished
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1810-1819
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1815
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully restored in our Workshop. Original French polish finish has been rejuvenated. Some ware on feet from use.
Seller Location:
Miami, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: TBL002531stDibs: LU98812473322