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Late 18th Century French Cherry Wood Secretaire

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A late 18th century French provincial secretary made of cherry wood. Solidly cherrywood body standing on 6 feet with moulded sides, slightly curved front and rounded corners. Multiple curved moulded plinth frame decorated with an ornately carved central cartouche in the shape of a shell. Two curved framed doors with multiple curved panels all round hanging on external brass fittings. Wrought-iron locking bolts mounted on the left door. Fitted with 2 shelves on the inside. Above the double door is the writing section with a sloping flap that can be placed on 2 pull-out rails. Behind it are a total of 10 small drawers with curved fronts and brass knobs, spread on 2 levels. Probably original fittings mounted. Excellent warm patina. Dimensions Height: 124 cm / 48.81 inch. Width: 140 cm / 55.11 inch. Depth: 70 cm / 27.55 inch or 82 cm / 32.28 inch (with the writing flap open). Height fromt the bottom to the writing flap: 104 cm / 40.94 inch. Shelves: 112 cm / 44.09 inch x 57 cm / 22.44 inch. Shelf height (listed from bottom to top): 15 cm / 5.9 inch., 28 cm / 11.02 inch., min. 21 cm / 8.26 inch. Internal dimensions of the drawers: 5.8 cm / 2.28 inch high, 22.5 cm / 8.85 inch wide, 12-17 cm / 4.72-6.69 inch deep. The elegant combination of playful design typical of the period with curved lines and masterful carving using fine cherry wood makes this piece an outstanding example of 18th century French furniture art. Very good slightly restored condition with a beautiful, slightly polished patina surface. Locks and shelves are no longer original. A missing brass knob from a small drawer has been replaced (not visible on the photos). Visible repairs, e.g. to the feet. The furniture cannot be dismantled for transport. Only the doors and drawers can be removed. Additional photos available, please just send a message.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.82 in (124 cm)Width: 55.12 in (140 cm)Depth: 27.56 in (70 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cherry,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Replacements made: Locks and shelves are no longer original. A missing brass knob from a small drawer has been replaced (not visible on the photos). Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good slightly restored condition with a beautiful, slightly polished patina surface. Visible repairs, e.g. to the feet. Stable and in good working order.
  • Seller Location:
    Dusseldorf, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3999140617362

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