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An Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Marble-Top Secrétaire à Abattant
Estimate: $1,000-$1,500
Sold
$700
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
An Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Marble-Top Secrétaire à Abattant
Late 19th Century
Height 56 1/2 x width 37 x depth 15 1/4 inches.
Property of a Private Collector, Chicago, Illinois
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Appearing in overall sturdy condition. The marble top with scattered light surface scratches. The gilt mounts are pulling along the fluted front corners and need re-attachment. Oxidation to the mounts. Some splits in the veneer and a few minute instances of fill to the front of the case. The top drawer and the fall front surface open and close well. The leather writing surface with some scuffs from use. There are three keys. The lock of the bottom cabinet is not presently functional and is locked shut. Additional images are available upon request.