Barocchetto revival mahogany veneered drop-leaf secretaire with burl inserts; it has a central compartment surmounted by 3 drawers with velvet insert, top surface with wooden railing; it has another drawer in the moulded band under the flap door. Poplar interiors.
Product Condition: The item shows signs of wear due to age. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. It may require restoration and recovery of french polish.
Ripresa stilistica, del 900, delle forme proprie dello stile Barocchetto ('700)
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
20th Century / 1901 - 2000
Main essence:
Mahogany
It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.
Poplar
Essence considered "poor", it is a white wood, with yellowish or greyish shades, light and tender, which is easily damaged. It is used for rustic furniture or in the construction of furniture. The most valuable use it has had in the history of furniture is in Germany, in the 19th century, for veneers and inlays in the Biedermeier period.
Material: Velvet
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