Desk - Oak - Dutch - rich interior

Antique Dutch 18th‑century slant-front desk with a rich interior, including a small cellar and secret compartments

Offered from a special private collection: an authentic Dutch slant-front desk (waist cabinet) from the 18th century.

This desk comes from the parental home of the current owner. The parents were lifelong antiquarians, and this desk was a beloved part of their personal interior, where it occupied a prominent place in the living room for decades.

Interior & Secrets:
The furniture features a beautifully worked-out 'nest' (interior). In addition to the various drawers and pigeonholes, it contains a central cabinet door and an ingenious little cellar, accessible via a sliding panel. The construction also includes several hidden compartments, a hallmark of high craftsmanship from the 18th century.

Condition:
The desk is in an honest, authentic state with a wonderful deep patina. As befits a piece of furniture of this age, there are signs of wear and age-related characteristics:

• There are a few small gaps/damages in the wood of the fall-front and around the fittings (see detail photos).
• The back panel shows a natural warp/crack in the wood.
• There are currently no keys available.
• The brass fittings are highly detailed and gracefully executed.

Specifications:
• Period: 19th century
• Style: Dutch Baroque / Louis XV
• Material: Oak
• Dimensions: 106 cm high, 105 cm wide, 58 cm deep

Delivery:
Due to size and fragility, pickup only or delivery via Brenger.