




18th C. Louis XV Bureau Scriban Bibliotic Secretary Cabinet
Mahogany Antiques LA .An important rare and Tall Scribing bibliotic secretaire Library
desk of a Gentleman or a Lady. Enclosing
fitted interior incorporating pigeonholes, hinged compartments.
Outstanding arch top Cornice Molded with raised and
recessed, Two front upper library doors Symmetrical with beautiful Hand Metal
work of the period. all present and well
preserved in a formidable condition, 8 apparent drawers in middle cabinet + 4
Large bottom Drawers . incredible attention and craftsmanship and they are all
very well fitted. with all original hardware hinges handles and plaques. As
seen in the closeup pictures the signs of the centuries are apparent but minor
considering such a large piece of furniture , such as cracks chips losses ,
some tightening, with multiple keys and locks . etc.. But overall outstanding
condition , at the lower part it looks like a hardware is missing, that’s not
the case, we have it , just needs to be mounted in place. You are welcome to
send your expert to examine in person.
we have seen our fair share of incredible furniture of the
15th to 19th Century periods. I must say, this desk is incredibly well
preserved for its age. the fitting work and the design at that level of
sophistication and craftsmanship. the result that could only be achieved by big
Masters. this type of furniture at that level are mostly kept with the old
families, rarely to see them on the market. I have some other high end chateau
inventory and rare pieces of the periods as well. Antique Dealer Los Angeles
West Hollywood Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd.
Region of origin: Nantes-Bordeaux With original hardware
Constructed: Entirely (backing, framing) in mahogany
High end interior design , library , as an office Desk ,
Display your bibelot and books or store documents . A great deal of Writing
surface desk , underneath the cabinet book case a chest of drawer to store all
type of modern day office files.
Outstanding arch top pediment Cornice Molded with raised and
recessed, crowning very fine elaborate Two front fielded paneled doors
Symmetrical with mirroring inlaid work done with European walnut burl which is
light in color and finer in texture. And Beautiful 18th Century Carved
three-dimensional acanthus leaves . The parchment and Document vertical slides
all present and well preserved in a formidable condition, Topped by 10
pigeonholes on top / 4 at bottom / 3 in the middle cabinet. 27 apparent drawers
and 4 in middle cabinet + 2 hidden pull out on top of the bottom pigeon holes
and could be unlocked after removing the 3 drawers from the desk up. 2 pull out
Candle holders. 2 pull out hidden drawers with Corinthian decoration exterior.
At desk level another secret sliding cabinet that is very deep and wide to hide
documents. Inside of it , there’s a pull out side vertical and with a thread to
pull out another to secret compartments. All the interior small drawers,
document slides, candle slides, pigeonholes, sliding covers and compartments
done with an incredible attention and craftsmanship and they are all very well
fitted.
The desk is fitted with 3 incredible Arc-en-Arbalète very
large drawers crossbow shape serpentine with all original hardware hinges
handles and plaques. Mounted on Geometric Square Feet elevating the entirety of
this art work of this rare secretary. As seen in the closeup pictures the signs
of the centuries are apparent but minor considering such a large piece of
furniture , such as cracks chips etc.. But overall outstanding condition. You
are welcome to send your expert to examine in person.
we have seen our fair share of incredible furniture of the
15th to 19th Century periods. I must say, this specific cabinet desk is
incredibly well preserved for its age. the fitting work and the design i have
not encountered any at that level of sophistication and craftsmanship. The
drawers the slides the compartments etc.. slide right out, the result that
could only be achieved by big Masters. Antique Dealer West Hollywood CA Melrose
Ave La Cienega Blvd. this type of furniture at that level are mostly kept with
the old families, rarely to see them on the market. I have some other high end
chateau inventory and rare pieces of the periods that are wonderful but they
don't compare to this secretary.
Measures: Height 93”
Width 51”
Depth 25”.
Dimensions: Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54
cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm) Materials and Techniques: Walnut,Wood,Hand-Carved Place
of Origin: Netherlands Period: 18th Century, Date of Manufacture: 1700s
Condition: Good Refinished. Wear consistent with age and
use. overall very good condition for its age and use. no recent or apparent
repairs. but age shows in some parts on the wood. i will share more close up
pictures. we are limited to 20 on the list. we have many more. you are welcome
to see it in person.
All the original hardware still intact in lions head knobs
with a ring This antique library bookcase has the original glass with one
cracked that we never replace . Each shelf opens upward. 4 Regular size and the
shelf on top of the Two lower drawers is for larger items to be exhibited and
stored away.
Perfect for a library, lawyers office or the grandest of any
home. In a living room, it could be used to hold books and garniture,
collectible items and could be decorated on top with any chinoiserie Gourde and
busts. Antiques dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Blvd. Melrose Ave . overall great shape, and good
condition, some scratches and small losses and the normal signs of the use over
centuries and elements. For a beautiful
high end touch to your interior design this piece will elevate your space.
Neo-Gothic Early 19th Century Classical English Regency
Bookcase Secretary DeskEnglish Regency Inlaid mahogany secretary Upper hinged
glass bookcase revealing three interior shelves, fall front desk and resting on
a carved original bracket feet Circa 1810 Gothic Revival
Beautiful workmanship and patina, this library Desk have the
original brass hardware. The original finish and the physical condition is
outstanding. This bookcase is as good as it can get. It is of the finest
quality. It can host multiple of items such as books, garniture, books and a
range multiple decorative objects. Antique dealer Los Angeles, West Hollywood
CA, Beverly Hills. Dimensions: Height: 99.5 in (252.73 cm)Width: 46 in (116.84
cm)Depth: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
Style: Regency (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques: Brass,Mahogany,Hand-Craftedoverall
this cabinet considering 2 centuries of use and elements, it's in a pretty good
condition. Some nicks and cracks and little losses. Even the Glass is preserved
of the period as well. there's a top corner small glass cracked but we don't
replace it, we as a dealer we keep it " dans son jus"
Even the back and the top part of the upper piece is
surprisingly in a nice condition as well. Someone did an old electrification
and had 4 lights integrated, We did not remove them either