An Empire Style Mahogany Marble-Top Secrétaire à Abattant

Late 19th Century

Height 57 x width 38 x depth 17 inches.

This lot is located in Chicago.

In overall fine condition, in need of some light repairs. Both of the front columns are loose; the proper right column held in place with tape. Lacking a key; the fall front cabinet can be pried open, but the lower cabinet doors unable to be opened. The inside of the upper portion with two decorative columns, one of which is detached but present. The leather writing surface to the fall-front is missing. Two of the drawers with their hardware missing or broken. Age splits to the veneer on both sides as well as scattered scuffs and small veneer losses. The secondary wood is oak. The marble top in good condition, free of chips, cracks or repairs.

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An Empire Style Mahogany Marble-Top Secrétaire à Abattant

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