ANTIQUE #SA1225604

19th century french empire walnut secretary secrtaire cabinet - CATEGORY: ANTIQUE CABINETS - DATED 19TH CENTURY

19th Century French Empire Walnut Secretary (secrétaire) Cabinet

Name: 19th Century French Empire Walnut Secretary (Secrétaire) Cabinet
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1225604
Price: 995 GBP
Availability: InStock

£995 $1,331 €1,165

DESCRIPTION

A 19th-century French Empire walnut secrétaire cabinet, combining the appearance of a traditional tall chest with an ingenious arrangement of concealed storage and writing compartments.

The moulded top sits above a lift-up compartment, modelled as two dummy drawer fronts and supported by a pull-out slide. Beneath are two drawers with hinged fall fronts opening to reveal shelved interiors, above a further four graduated drawers. The thoughtful arrangement provides a combination of concealed storage, shelving and drawer space, making the cabinet both practical and versatile.

The chest retains brass lion''s mask ring-drop handles and shield-shaped escutcheons. The locks appear to be original, and the cabinet is accompanied by two working keys.

Closely related in form to the French semainier, this is an unusual and well-designed piece that would be equally suited for use in a bedroom, study or hallway.

DIMENSIONS

Height: 162cm

Width: 84cm

Depth: 63cm

...CONDITION

The cabinet is in good, solid condition and presents well overall. There are light marks, knocks and scratches consistent with its age and use. There is some historic movement to the veneer, principally to the upper drawer front, resulting in minor splitting and lifting, although the veneer remains stable. Minor splits to the sides have been closed and reinforced internally.

One of the retaining hooks for a hinged fall front is missing, although the flap remains supported by the fixing on the opposite side and functions as intended. The drawers run smoothly, the concealed storage compartment and hinged fall fronts operate correctly, and the locks appear to be original. Two working keys are included.

Overall, this is an attractive and practical nineteenth-century French cabinet with honest signs of age and use.

As with all antique and vintage furniture, this piece has been used and enjoyed over many years and should be expected to show signs of age and use. We aim to describe any significant faults, repairs or alterations as accurately and honestly as possible. The photographs form an important part of the description and should be viewed alongside the written condition report. If you would like further information or additional photographs, we are always happy to help before purchase.

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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1225604

Dateline of this antique is 19th Century

Antique ID: SA1225604
Item: 19th Century French Empire Walnut Secretary (secrétaire) Cabinet - (reference SA1225604)
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Antique SA1225604 shown on this page was made in the 19th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:

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