Secrétaire à abattant - Mahogany, Oak - Brussels, P.F. Van Doren
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Empire period secretaire with a folding top and mirror, dating to circa 1800–1820, made of oak and mahogany with gilt bronze fittings, in antique Empire style, 153.5 cm high, 85.5 cm wide, 49 cm deep, locks and keys functioning, in good used condition.
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Empire secretaire with a fall-front, fitted with a spiegel. Behind the original silvered mirror, compartments and 6 drawers. Oak, flame mahogany veneered. The fall-front with ‘Royal blue’ leather inlay. Three-drawer cabinet; drawers run well and on either side a full pilaster with gilded bronze fittings. All locks and keys working and original.
Furniture is transportable in 2 parts.
Strong indications of the workshop ‘P.F. van Doren’
Brussels ca.1800
Afm:
H= 153.5 cm. (Fall-front height 74 cm.)
W= 78.5 - 85.5 cm. (narrowest-widest)
D= 29 - 49 cm. (shallowest-deepest, 69 cm with front open.)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of construction and veneer. No live woodworm found as of 7/10/2026
Sec -3154~
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid trouble. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe no additional customs costs for this piece of furniture.
Last photos show the method of packaging for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, wrap film and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 ratchet straps.
Because of single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have delivery wishes (2-man delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as extra costs may be charged.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Empire secretaire with a fall-front, fitted with a spiegel. Behind the original silvered mirror, compartments and 6 drawers. Oak, flame mahogany veneered. The fall-front with ‘Royal blue’ leather inlay. Three-drawer cabinet; drawers run well and on either side a full pilaster with gilded bronze fittings. All locks and keys working and original.
Furniture is transportable in 2 parts.
Strong indications of the workshop ‘P.F. van Doren’
Brussels ca.1800
Afm:
H= 153.5 cm. (Fall-front height 74 cm.)
W= 78.5 - 85.5 cm. (narrowest-widest)
D= 29 - 49 cm. (shallowest-deepest, 69 cm with front open.)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of construction and veneer. No live woodworm found as of 7/10/2026
Sec -3154~
Photos are part of the description, therefore view the photos carefully to avoid trouble. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe no additional customs costs for this piece of furniture.
Last photos show the method of packaging for international transport. Euro pallet with rack, wrap film and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 ratchet straps.
Because of single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have delivery wishes (2-man delivery, telephone contact prior to delivery, insurance, etc.) as extra costs may be charged.
Take photos of the packaging on receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Details
Over 200 years old
Yes
Specific region of origin
Brussel
Wood type
Mahogany, Oak
Style subtype
Empire
Weight
80 kg
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Brussels, P.F. Van Doren
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Belgium
Material
Gold Leather, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
153.5 cm
Width
85.5 cm
Depth
49 cm
Height Of The Underside Of The Table
70.5 cm
Estimated period
1800 - 1820
Can Be Locked
Yes
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