Measures: Height 93”
Width 51”
Depth 25”. 18th Century Dutch Burl Walnut Secretary Cabinet Scriban
Desk Library Antique LA . An important and Rare 18th century Dutch burl walnut
secretaire cabinet Scriban desk Enclosing fitted interior incorporating
pigeonholes, hinged compartments, folio slides Pull-out candle slides drawers
with Herringbone inlay and secret compartments.
Outstanding arch top pediment Cornice Molded with raised and
recessed, crowning very fine elaborate Two front fielded paneled doors
Symmetrical with mirroring inlaid work done with European walnut burl which is
light in color and finer in texture. And Beautiful 18th Century Carved
three-dimensional acanthus leaves . The parchment and Document vertical slides
all present and well preserved in a formidable condition, Topped by 10
pigeonholes on top / 4 at bottom / 3 in the middle cabinet. 27 apparent drawers
and 4 in middle cabinet + 2 hidden pull out on top of the bottom pigeon holes
and could be unlocked after removing the 3 drawers from the desk up. 2 pull out
Candle holders. 2 pull out hidden drawers with Corinthian decoration exterior.
At desk level another secret sliding cabinet that is very deep and wide to hide
documents. Inside of it , there’s a pull out side vertical and with a thread to
pull out another to secret compartments. All the interior small drawers,
document slides, candle slides, pigeonholes, sliding covers and compartments
done with an incredible attention and craftsmanship and they are all very well
fitted.
The desk is fitted with 3 incredible Arc-en-Arbalète very
large drawers crossbow shape serpentine with all original hardware hinges
handles and plaques. Mounted on Geometric Square Feet elevating the entirety of
this art work of this rare secretary. As seen in the closeup pictures the signs
of the centuries are apparent but minor considering such a large piece of
furniture , such as cracks chips etc.. But overall outstanding condition. You
are welcome to send your expert to examine in person.
we have seen our fair share of incredible furniture of the
15th to 19th Century periods. I must say, this specific cabinet desk is
incredibly well preserved for its age. the fitting work and the design i have
not encountered any at that level of sophistication and craftsmanship. The
drawers the slides the compartments etc.. slide right out, the result that
could only be achieved by big Masters. Antique Dealer West Hollywood CA Melrose
Ave La Cienega Blvd. this type of furniture at that level are mostly kept with
the old families, rarely to see them on the market. I have some other high end
chateau inventory and rare pieces of the periods that are wonderful but they
don’t compare to this secretary.
Measures: Height 93”
Width 51”
Depth 25”.
Dimensions: Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54
cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm) Materials and Techniques: Walnut,Wood,Hand-Carved Place
of Origin: Netherlands Period: 18th Century, Date of Manufacture: 1700s
Condition: Good Refinished. Wear consistent with age and
use. overall very good condition for its age and use. no recent or apparent
repairs. but age shows in some parts on the wood. i will share more close up
pictures. we are limited to 20 on the list. we have many more. you are welcome
to see it in person.
