Vienna, circa 1815-20. Rare inlaid secretaire from the early Biedermeier period in practically intact condition.

Vienna, circa 1815-20. Rare inlaid secretaire from the early Biedermeier period in practically intact condition, veneered in ash feather and burl, with an interior featuring an architecturally designed layout masterfully inlaid in maple and plum woods with figurative motifs (see the horse and rider on the writing surface, of masterly quality); ebonized wood threads and details. Internal drawers veneered in thuja and cherry wood. details in animal bone. With a warm, original golden patina. In practically intact condition, restored and consolidated with a conservative approach according to the rules of antique craftsmanship with a French polish finish applied with a museum-standard technique on the original patina. Vienna 1815 -20. Cm.161x113x50-100. In accordance with the provisions of the New Code of Cultural Heritage, the selling company provides, at the time of sale, a detailed written photographic guarantee of the authenticity and provenance of the works sold. The data with which the works are described and then contained in the written guarantees are expressed determinations resulting from accurate and documented technical/historical/artistic investigations, even of expert assessment. Recognize the true Viennese Biedermeier of the first phase of the period, distinguishing it from later imitations or those from Northern Europe! Read the history of this elegant and sober style and learn to evaluate timeless Viennese masterpieces of designers from 1815 to 1830! Click on the following link to read an unpublished, synthetic practical guide, unique in Italy, with links and a virtual visit to museums and galleries in Vienna. https://www.principessasissi.com/paginenuove/biedermeierdescrizioneinfo.htm Our gallery of the true early Viennese Biedermeier of the designers, Click on the following link to visit it: Principessa Sissi ® antiques. High-end antique gallery