18th Century Secretary Chest Of Drawers With Curved Front, Inlaid With Walnut And Plum Wood

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18th Century Secretary Chest Of Drawers With Curved Front, Inlaid With Walnut And Plum Wood

This 18th-century desk, which could be described as a chest of drawers or secretary, features a curved front and marquetry decoration in local woods: walnut, maple, ash, and plum. The decoration consists of medallions with scalloped edges, set within a reserve of interlacing patterns and scrolls. The front has five drawers in four rows and a drop-front revealing eight small curved drawers and a secret compartment. The highly functional drop-front is held in place by two wrought-iron stays. Eastern European work, likely from Switzerland or Savoy.

6 800 €

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Bertrand Klein Antiquités - Mulhouse, France

Period: 18th century

Style: Louis 14th, Regency

Condition: Good condition

Material: Wood marquetry

Length: 127

Width: 117

Depth: 58

Reference (ID): 1644519

Availability: In stock