Y A Louis XV tulipwood and kingwood crossbanded secretaire a abattant

Y A Louis XV tulipwood and kingwood crossbanded secretaire a abattant, by Jean Lapie, circa 1770, the fall opening to an arrangement of pigeon holes and drawers above a leather inset writing surface, the underside of the marble stamped 'J.LAPIE' twice and 'JME' once139cm high, 95.5cm wide, 38.5cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, various and numerous chips and losses to the veneers to the cabinet, The locks all appear to be original, there are three keys (one for each lock) and all operate their lock at time of report, the top lock is loose to the drawer frontThe gilt metal mounts with dirt and discolouration, wear and signs of regildingThe interior with dirt and staining from age and use, the leather inset appears to be laterThe marble top is probably later and associated to the secretairePlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer