18th Century Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase falconry Height 28 Width 34 Depth

Height   28 Width 34 Depth 1

Unmarked porcelain with hand decoration on brass ormolu bases

H4" W4" As is

Height  17" Width 29" Depth 7"

now a sculptural element with striking surface texture

18th Century Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase falconry Height 28 Width 34 DepthA Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase likely from Hlsingland, Sweden, crafted in carved pine with dry scraped original paint. The upper section features diamond paneled doors and dentil molding, opening to blue gray painted shelving. The fall front writing surface reveals a striking black painted interior fitted with drawers and a central cupboard. Circa 1790, this piece reflects the refined neoclassicism and regional craftsmanship of late