Prachtige Antieke eiken George III klep-secretaire, England, 18e eeuw - Secrétaire - Oak

Beautiful Antique Oak George III Fall-Front Secretary, England, 18th Century

This exceptionally attractive and multifunctional piece of furniture combines the clean, imposing appearance of a classic chest of drawers with the surprising interior of a fully equipped writing desk (secretary).

When closed, the piece looks like a monumental chest of drawers with a sloping front. The upper compartment is in fact a cleverly designed fold-down writing surface. Below it are four wide drawers resting on elegant, original bracket feet. The piece is made of oak with a deep, warm patina that has developed naturally over the centuries.

When the upper flap is pulled forward and the front folds down (supported by the two oak supports), it reveals a beautifully and stylishly detailed interior. This interior is a true work of art in its own right:

• Six interior drawers with delicate knobs

• Six open pigeonholes for documents.

• One central compartment with a door and lock

The back of the cabinet (see detail photo) shows the unmistakable features of an authentic 18th-century piece of furniture: wide, hand-planed wooden panels with attractive historical discoloration.

The secretary is in good, immediately usable antique condition. There are a few signs of wear, inherent to its age, which give it extra character. The top drawer is missing a metal handle, although the backplate is present; there is also a small hole at the back that needs to be restored (see photo). The keys are included.

Dimensions: H 110 x W 103 x D 53

This piece is a perfect fit for a classic antique interior, but also creates a fantastic, characterful contrast in a sleek, modern designer interior!


IMPORTANT: Due to its value and size, this item must be collected in person!