Small Mahogany and Amaranth Secretary, Louis XVI - 18th century

Small mahogany and amaranth secretary with a waisted drawer whose mahogany veneered front is inlaid with a composition of foliage and flowers in light wood, underlined by a fillet of amaranth and lemon.
The drawer is fitted with a genuine functional lock with gilded bronze escutcheon and later key.
Below, the panel, also fitted with an original lock, features a large marquetry decoration of a basket of flowers with amaranth surround and Greek corners.
When open, the flap, upholstered in reworked orange leather with gold vignette and central motif, is held in place by two brass compasses.
The interior features four drawers with lens knobs and two storage spaces.
The lower part of the desk features a double door with bouquet and bow motifs, decorated in the same spirit and including a lock, escutcheons, key and iron latch.
This opening gives access to two niches, one of which is fitted with a hinged flap, also with brass oval escutcheon lock and key.
The cabinet's rosewood and amaranth canted jambs are highlighted by "capital" falls at the top and gilded bronze motifs at the bottom.
Each side features two butterfly-winged panels in amaranth veneer.
This exceptional piece of furniture is topped with original Aleppo marble, grooved and slightly protruding, reinforced with rods.
Refined, this small secretary will seduce you with its size, storage space and French elegance.
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Period: 18th century
Excellent condition
Satin varnish finish
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Maximum dimensions :
Width: 64 cm
Depth: 36 cm
Height: 130 cm
Ref : 870U

Ref: 5PUD60FZAD