Charles X Style Mahogany Secretaire à Abattant

Burl wood and Mahogany with brass mounts and moldings. Elaborately fitted interior with a leather writing surface. Brass plate inside stating "Desk belonging to Gouveneur Morris (1752-1816) Given to the Minister to France, when representing The United States by The French Government." Height 63 inches, Width 42 1/2 inches, Depth 23 inches

Some general wear to the finish including dents and scratches. Leather inset top with shrinkage cracks.
Condition Report: Some general wear to the finish including dents and scratches. Leather inset top with shrinkage cracks.Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and our Organization shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.Request a condition report