Lot 7325
An impressive neo-classical secretary with dome structure, Flensburg, circa 1820
Works of Art, Antiquities | O82kua | Online auction | 751 Lots
Description
Strictly geometic wooden corpus, partly ebonized with rich fire-gilded ornamental trimmings in brass and bronze. Conifer and hardwood in selected, strongly flamed mahogany, veneered in pyramid cut. On cuboid feet the straight, slightly stepped frame and plinth drawer. Lockable compartment above, flanked by two doors. Behind it a total of seven smaller drawers with a large pull-out tray. On top of this, a further drawer frame as a writing drawer, flanked by compartments for writing utensils. In the middle part a sliding cylinder in front of a rich set of dishes. This with a total of 10 drawers of various sizes as well as an integrated inkwell and a container for extinguishing sand in tin. One of them inscribed and dated "1828" with owner's signature. Following a writing and reading desk which can be slid out, also covered with felt and hinged. Temple-like stepped end in form of a cylinder with curved compartment door in front of compartment division and final, likewise dome-like crowning, this on likewise stepped base. Old forged locks and keys in iron. Signs of age and wear. Partially restored. Dimensions 235 x 105 x 55 cm.Beautiful ready-to-live condition. Expertly restored with wonderfully grown patina.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?