An Empire parcel-gilt and ebonized cherry wood secrétaire à abattant Vienna or Hungary, circa 1810

Granite top of later date. With age and construction cracks. Veneer with some lifting on sides, resulting in a general uneveness. Abrasions and scratches to veneer, most to edges and corners, not extensive. Regilt and re-ebonized. Minor chips to figures, mostly to old paint. Interior lacking some drawer pulls, mirrors probably replaced and now with some foxing. Back with some signs of old worm damage, not extensive. Very attractive revolving central secret compartment. In good condition.
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