An elegant French secretaire dating back to the Napoleon III period (second half of the 19th century).
This piece stands out for its slender and harmonious structure, resting on curved legs and enriched with finely chiseled gilded bronzes in the corners, feet, and locks.
The front features elegant floral inlays in light woods on a rosewood and rosewood background, arranged within shaped recesses that enhance its refinement.
The top is topped with the original marble, veined in shades of pink and gray, with an owl’s beak motif on the edges.
The front conceals a drop-leaf cabinet complete with small drawers with gilded bronze handles and an open compartment.
The surface of the drop-leaf top is upholstered in red leather (replaced more recently), making it ideal as a writing desk.
Below, three large drawers offer storage space and functionality.
Period: Second half of the 19th century (circa 1860-1880)
Style: Napoleon III
Materials: Fine woods (rosewood, rosewood), light wood inlays (maple), gilded bronzes, original marble top
Condition: Excellent, with normal signs of aging consistent with the age of the piece
Dimensions: 65 x 39 cm, height 135 cm.
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An elegant French secretaire dating back to the Napoleon III period (second half of the 19th century).
This piece stands out for its slender and harmonious structure, resting on curved legs and enriched with finely chiseled gilded bronzes in the corners, feet, and locks.
The front features elegant floral inlays in light woods on a rosewood and rosewood background, arranged within shaped recesses that enhance its refinement.
The top is topped with the original marble, veined in shades of pink and gray, with an owl’s beak motif on the edges.
The front conceals a drop-leaf cabinet complete with small drawers with gilded bronze handles and an open compartment.
The surface of the drop-leaf top is upholstered in red leather (replaced more recently), making it ideal as a writing desk.
Below, three large drawers offer storage space and functionality.
Period: Second half of the 19th century (circa 1860-1880)
Style: Napoleon III
Materials: Fine woods (rosewood, rosewood), light wood inlays (maple), gilded bronzes, original marble top
Condition: Excellent, with normal signs of aging consistent with the age of the piece
Dimensions: 65 x 39 cm, height 135 cm.
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| Design Period | Before 1890 |
|---|---|
| Production Period | Before 1890 |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Style | Napoleon III |
| Detailed Condition | Restored — This vintage/antique item is in very good condition because it has been refreshed through new upholstery and/or refinishing. |
| Restoration and Damage Details | Light wear consistent with age and use, Completely restored |
| Product Code | RYX-2343367 |
| Materials | Rosewood, Maple, Marble |
| Color | Tan |
| Width | 65 cm 25.6 inch |
| Depth | 39 cm 15.4 inch |
| Height | 135 cm 53.1 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg |




































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