France
Mahogany
Empire style around 1890
Dimensions: H x W x D: 74 x 50 x 42 cm
Description:
This unusual piece of furniture can be transformed from a cabinet to a secretary in just a few simple steps.
When closed, we see a kind of bedside cabinet with three drawers.
The leather top can be moved forwards, which automatically raises a secretary section attached to ropes with weights.
The secretary part has six drawers.
All handles and fittings are made of brass, the tapered square legs stand in brass sabots.
Absolutely rare piece of furniture with an extraordinary pulley mechanism.
Condition: Restored and in perfect working order.
Price: This piece of furniture is already sold.
Article found under: Secretaries
The Netherlands
Satinwood and others, lacquered panels
around 1890
Baden-Wuerttemberg
Walnut
Biedermeier around 1830
Paris
Mahogany
early 19th century