Empire Secretaire, Ebonized, Maple, Brass, Vienna Circa 1810-15

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Object description :

"Empire Secretaire, Ebonized, Maple, Brass, Vienna Circa 1810-15"

Very fine neoclassical Empire Secretary or writing cabinet from Austria, Vienna around 1810/15.

Ebonized hardwood body, veneered on oak. Pilaster columns with gilded capitals. All gilding original and patinated. Classicist gable cornice with surrounding gold-plated egg bar strip. On the front of the gable there is an ink painting of a depiction of an ancient ceremony in a landscape and a hidden drawer behind. Interior in maple and pear wood with secret compartments. Archways and small ebonized columns with gilded capitals. Original iron locks and brass fittings. Excellent workmanship and greatly restored condition, hand-polished with shellac.

Dimensions:

H 170 cm, W 96 cm, D 47 cm / 102 cm (open)

H 66.9 in. x W 37.8 in. x 18.5 in. (closed) / 40.15 in. (open)

Price: 15 000 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Fully restored in our whorkshop

Material: Painted wood
Width: 96 cm
Height: 170 cm
Depth: 47 cm

Reference: 1252191