Vintage Maddox Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Secretary Desk

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beautifully crafted vintage Maddox black lacquer secretary desk featuring classic hand-painted chinoiserie decoration throughout. Raised on graceful Queen Anne legs, … Read more beautifully crafted vintage Maddox black lacquer secretary desk featuring classic hand-painted chinoiserie decoration throughout. Raised on graceful Queen Anne legs, this elegant secretary combines traditional English form with Asian-inspired lacquer artistry, making it an exceptional statement piece for both traditional and modern interiors.

The fall-front writing surface opens to reveal a thoughtfully designed interior with letter slots, document compartments, and five small drawers for organizing correspondence or office essentials. Four graduated exterior drawers provide generous concealed storage, all accented by the original brass Chippendale-style hardware.

The hand-painted decoration extends across the writing lid, drawer fronts, sides, and base, depicting pagodas, birds, florals, bridges, and landscape motifs in warm gold, rust, ivory, and muted green against a deep black lacquer background.

A versatile piece that functions beautifully as a writing desk, secretary, bar cabinet, or decorative accent in a library, office, bedroom, or entryway.

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* Maker: Maddox Furniture Company
* Origin: Jamestown, New York, USA
* Date: Mid-20th century (circa 1960s–1970s)
* Style: Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency, Traditional English
* Finish: Black lacquer with hand-painted decoration
* Original brass hardware
* Drop-front writing surface
* Interior with pigeonholes and five small drawers
* Four exterior drawers
* Queen Anne legs


39.25″ High x 24″ Wide x 17.5″ Deep x 30.5″ Desk Top Height See less