A Louis XVI style gray-painted faux bamboo secrétaire à abattant late 19th century

With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions, all consistent with age and use. Paint with scattered losses, rubbing and surface dirt. In overall sound condition. Marble top is with some minor abrasions and chips. A piece of molding is detached from the cornice (about 2 inches) but present. Orignally probably had a key plate, now lacking. Top shelf in the interior is with buckling and lifting to the paint
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