Empire secretary desk in hand-polished mahogany with marquetry, mirror, hidden compartment and writing flap from the 1840s.
Empire secretary desk made in hand-polished mahogany with marquetry from the 1840s. The piece features a stepped upper section with columns and mirror, as well as a hidden compartment. The lower section includes a built-in writing flap lined with green felt and tapered legs characteristic of Empire furniture. The secretary combines storage, writing functionality and decorative details in a single piece.
— Period: Empire, 1840s
— Material: Hand-polished mahogany with marquetry
— Type: Secretary desk
— Details: Columns, mirror, hidden compartment and green felt
— Legs: Tapered legs
— Function: Built-in writing flap
— Dimensions: H: 188 cm, W: 101 cm, D: 46/90 cm
— Condition: Presents in good condition