Secrétaire - walnut,burl walnut - Antique Secretaire Desk, circa 1900

An elegant antique fall-front secretaire, or writing desk, is crafted in richly figured walnut and dates approximately to the late 19th century, around 1880–1900. The piece features highly decorative burlwood veneer, three spacious drawers, a sloping fall-front writing surface, and elaborate ebonized ornamental mounts. The shaped cabriole legs and scrolling feet reflect Neo-Baroque / Historicist Italian design, inspired by earlier 18th-century furniture. The interior, when opened, would traditionally provide a writing surface together with compartments and small drawers for documents. Its elaborate construction, rich wood grain, and imposing appearance make it particularly suitable for a refined historic or palace-style interior.
50x122x101H cm , maximum width when open 70 cm
Seller Torino pick up available