Secrétaire - Klepbureau, secretary, bureau, desk, desk. - Mahogany, Gilt brass - At the first layer!
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He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.
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Dutch mahogany drop-front desk from the late 18th century (ca. 1770–1790) in a Louis XVI antique style, with 8 interior drawers, a front flap with olive-green leather, gilded brass fittings, two working keys, and dimensions H 109 cm, W 95–104 cm, D 50–54 cm, weighing about 60 kg.
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Description from the seller
Holland mahogany desk, 18th century, transition period.
8 drawers in the interior and a small cellar with a sliding hatch that is locked with a (originally) wooden lock.
Continuous and quite annoying mahogany veneer (on oak), also on the sides.
Cast and gilded brass fittings on the drawers, lid, and door. Locks and keys (2) working.
Clasp inlaid with olive green leather.
Furniture of very good quality and in sublime condition, ready to use immediately. The fittings, including screws and locks, are all original, with an initial patina.
Hollands circa 1770-1790
Afm:
H = 109 cm. (height - 80 cm. top of the flap)
B= 95-104 cm (minimum - maximum size)
D= 50-54 cm. (Klep open 84 cm.)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of the construction and veneer.
Woodworm control: No active woodworm detected on 12/05/2025.
Buro-3003~
Photos are part of the description, so be sure to look at the photos carefully to avoid inconvenience. If in doubt, ask questions through the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe, there are no additional customs costs for this furniture.
The latest photos show the packaging method for international transport: Euro pallet with rack, stretch film, and sturdy thick cardboard or wall covering, secured with at least two straps.
Delivery of the 1-man lift on a pallet will be made to the door. Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have specific delivery requests (such as 2-man delivery, insurance, etc.).
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Holland mahogany desk, 18th century, transition period.
8 drawers in the interior and a small cellar with a sliding hatch that is locked with a (originally) wooden lock.
Continuous and quite annoying mahogany veneer (on oak), also on the sides.
Cast and gilded brass fittings on the drawers, lid, and door. Locks and keys (2) working.
Clasp inlaid with olive green leather.
Furniture of very good quality and in sublime condition, ready to use immediately. The fittings, including screws and locks, are all original, with an initial patina.
Hollands circa 1770-1790
Afm:
H = 109 cm. (height - 80 cm. top of the flap)
B= 95-104 cm (minimum - maximum size)
D= 50-54 cm. (Klep open 84 cm.)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of the construction and veneer.
Woodworm control: No active woodworm detected on 12/05/2025.
Buro-3003~
Photos are part of the description, so be sure to look at the photos carefully to avoid inconvenience. If in doubt, ask questions through the auction master before you bid.
Within Europe, there are no additional customs costs for this furniture.
The latest photos show the packaging method for international transport: Euro pallet with rack, stretch film, and sturdy thick cardboard or wall covering, secured with at least two straps.
Delivery of the 1-man lift on a pallet will be made to the door. Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have specific delivery requests (such as 2-man delivery, insurance, etc.).
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to rule out damage during transport.
Details
Over 200 years old
Yes
Wood type
Mahogany
Brass type
Gilt brass
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Weight
60 kg
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
At the first layer!
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Model
Klepbureau, secretary, bureau, desk, desk.
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
109 cm
Width
95 cm
Depth
450 cm
Height Of The Underside Of The Table
77 cm
Estimated period
1770-1790
Can Be Locked
Yes
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