A German walnut and burr walnut 'Aufsatzssekretär', probably Dresden Baroque, first half 18th century

the double arched cornice above two doors revealing a fitted interior twelve compartments with months' titles, above nine drawers and a central compartment with sliding door revealing a shelf and two further drawers, above leather covered sliding surface, the lower section with hinged flap enclosing six large and two small drawers, above three long drawers, on shaped feet

In overall restored condition. Dents, marks and scratches due to use and age. Minor vertical dryness crack to lower right side. The mounts replaced. Minor missing parts to the veneer, especially to the feet. Upper right moulding replaced. Restoration to the back. Vertical dryness cracks to both doors.
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