A Swiss Neoclassical Brass Inlaid Walnut Slant-Front Desk
A Swiss Neoclassical Brass Inlaid Walnut Slant-Front Desk
Bern, Early 19th Century
Height 42 1/2 x width 41 1/2 x depth 22 1/4 inches.
Continental Furniture
In good, stable, usable condition. Exterior with even, glossy finish, refinished. Only scattered light surface scratches visible. Brass inlays complete and mostly tight. Some areas popping, mostly to left side as viewed. Fall front and two drawers with patches to veneer, hardware replaced. Fall front and all drawers open and close smoothly, having four differing keys, each works a different lock. Interior slide on writing surface sticks. One foot is loose.Additional images available upon request.
Provenance:Rita Bucheit Ltd., Chicago
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A Swiss Neoclassical Brass Inlaid Walnut Slant-Front Desk
Bern, Early 19th Century
Height 42 1/2 x width 41 1/2 x depth 22 1/4 inches.
Continental Furniture
In good, stable, usable condition. Exterior with even, glossy finish, refinished. Only scattered light surface scratches visible. Brass inlays complete and mostly tight. Some areas popping, mostly to left side as viewed. Fall front and two drawers with patches to veneer, hardware replaced. Fall front and all drawers open and close smoothly, having four differing keys, each works a different lock. Interior slide on writing surface sticks. One foot is loose.Additional images available upon request.
Provenance:Rita Bucheit Ltd., Chicago