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Exceptional Continental Baroque Style Secretary

Imposing in both form and function, the secretary was a focal piece of furniture boasting stature and culture among the upper class. This particular and fine example displays the dramatic and lavish flair of the Baroque style, which took inspiration from palaces and religious arts. A mesmerizing exhibit of craftsmanship and artistry abounds in this beautiful piece with elaborate inlaid marquetry and parquetry in exotic woods, motifs of religious figures and florals, and a myriad of compartments.

In two parts, the upper section begins with a stepped bonnet above a central cabinet fitted with shelves and flanked by shaped false drawers. The slant front desk opens to a felt-fitted writing surface and interior with shelf and drawers along with two exterior drawers. The lower section is fitted with a central cupboard flanked by two drawers on each side above a shaped apron and raised on six elongated and shaped feet. This impressive style of secretary is also referred to as a Baroque Tabernacle Secretary.

75″H x 42″W x 26″D

Circa 1760

SOLD

SKU: AMAU 9 P $11,500
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  • Continental
  • Baroque Style Secretary
  • Inlaid Marquetry and Parquetry of Exotic Woods
  • Floral and Religious Figure Motifs
  • Multiple Cabinets and Drawers
  • Felt-fitted Writing Surface and Interior
  • 75″H x 42″W x 26″D
  • Circa 1760