Bureau cabinet - Oak

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 230 - € 280
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Description from the seller

English oak secretaire / fall-front desk, ca. 1910–1930

Beautifully crafted antique English secretaire in dark oak wood, presumably dating from the first quarter of the 20th century.

The piece features a characteristic slanted writing flap with decorative wood carving. When opened, it reveals a spacious writing surface and the interior, equipped with various letter and document compartments and two small drawers with brass knobs.

Under the writing flap are two roomy drawers with richly profiled fronts, graceful woodcarving, and brass fittings. The secretaire sits on an open base with nicely turned and carved front feet and crosspieces.

The furniture is executed in a classic English style and has a beautiful authentic appearance thanks to the warm wood colour and natural signs of use.

Dimensions:
Height: approx. 102 cm
Width: approx. 75 cm
Depth: approx. 47 cm

Condition: Good used condition appropriate to age and use. Visible signs of wear and patina, particularly on the writing surface and some edges. See photos for a good impression of condition. No visible factory mark or maker’s plate found.

Dating: presumably ca. 1910–1930
Origin/style: England / English style
Material: mainly oak wood, brass fittings

English oak secretaire / fall-front desk, ca. 1910–1930

Beautifully crafted antique English secretaire in dark oak wood, presumably dating from the first quarter of the 20th century.

The piece features a characteristic slanted writing flap with decorative wood carving. When opened, it reveals a spacious writing surface and the interior, equipped with various letter and document compartments and two small drawers with brass knobs.

Under the writing flap are two roomy drawers with richly profiled fronts, graceful woodcarving, and brass fittings. The secretaire sits on an open base with nicely turned and carved front feet and crosspieces.

The furniture is executed in a classic English style and has a beautiful authentic appearance thanks to the warm wood colour and natural signs of use.

Dimensions:
Height: approx. 102 cm
Width: approx. 75 cm
Depth: approx. 47 cm

Condition: Good used condition appropriate to age and use. Visible signs of wear and patina, particularly on the writing surface and some edges. See photos for a good impression of condition. No visible factory mark or maker’s plate found.

Dating: presumably ca. 1910–1930
Origin/style: England / English style
Material: mainly oak wood, brass fittings

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Oak
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
102 cm
Width
75 cm
Depth
47 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
Can Be Locked
No
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