Antique Display Cabinet in Walnut, 1780s

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Antique display cabinet, dimensions: height x width x depth 215 x 131 x 75 cm. For sale is a three-part … Read more Antique display cabinet, dimensions: height x width x depth 215 x 131 x 75 cm. For sale is a three-part solid walnut secretary desk from the Baroque period, circa 1780–1800, a powerful, authentic original piece of furniture with an impressive presence and excellent substance. The secretary is made of solid walnut, is very heavy, and of high craftsmanship. The three-part design allows for significantly easier transport without compromising its originality or stability. All functions are fully operational: all drawers are functional, the secretary has its original key, and the interior is clean and pleasantly fragrant. Upon opening, a classic, well-designed writing area with a harmonious layout is revealed, as one would expect from high-quality Baroque secretaries of this period. The surface displays a calm, natural patina, the substance is convincing, and the overall impression is honest and genuine. The condition can be described as very good, original, and authentic. This is a piece of furniture with character, history, and a powerful presence, equally impressive as a prestigious secretary desk or a high-quality collector's item. A genuine Baroque piece that is still perfectly usable today. See less