Walnut Drop-leaf Desk – Empire Period, 19th Century

An elegant straight-sided Empire-period secretary desk, dating from the first half of the 19th century, crafted from walnut with beautiful, symmetrical grain patterns.

The front, understated and architecturally designed, is framed by two engaged columns.

It opens with a large drop-down door in the upper section and three drawers in the lower section, each featuring metal keyholes.

The flap reveals a particularly interesting interior, consisting of a central niche, several small drawers, and storage compartments.

The drop-down panel provides a comfortable writing surface.

The piece is topped with a black marble top, lending a beautiful elegance to this piece of furniture with lines characteristic of the Empire period.

Beautifully crafted cabinetwork and a superb selection of woods, whose mirror-like grain patterns particularly enliven the front.

Period: first half of the 19th century – Empire
Material: walnut
Top: black marble
Dimensions: H. 145 × W. 98 × D. 43 cm

Good overall condition with signs of wear, minor marks, and previous restorations consistent with its age.