An Italian bureau with flap dating back to the second half of 18th century. A slightly curved front, three deep drawers and a fall-front opening to reveal an interior with two small drawers, compartments one small door and hiding secrets, see pictures below.
This antique secrétaire is fully decorated with veneered and warm flame burl walnut, decorated by cherry inlays and jutting frames. Original working locks and keys.
Such an elegant small sized Italian bureau can be superlative in any interior.
This antique secrétaire is fully decorated with veneered and warm flame burl walnut, decorated by cherry inlays and jutting frames. Original working locks and keys.
Such an elegant small sized Italian bureau can be superlative in any interior.
It comes from a private Milanese palazzo, it was used it both as storage cabinet and writing bureau.
It is in good age related condition, since restored and polished with a warm bee wax finish.
This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork.
Measures: Height 101 cm.
Width 107 cm.
Depth 53 cm /with open flap 76 cm.
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Dimensions:Height: 39.77 in (101 cm)Width: 42.13 in (107 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)
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Style:Directoire(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:BurlCherryWalnutInlayMarquetryVeneer
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Place of Origin:Italy
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Period:1770-1779
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
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Condition:GoodRepaired: The flap door did not close and the section corresponding to the closure has been restored, the old varnish has been removed and it has now a warm bee wax finish. Replacements made: A later jutting frame on the left side. Wear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Milano, IT
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Reference Number:Seller: a659Seller: LU2160323700432
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