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4480 - Writing desk with drawer
Style:
19. century
Biedermeier
Period:
1820-1829
Source:
Austria
Height:
81 cm / 31.89″
Width:
121 cm / 47.64″
Depth:
60 cm / 23.62″
Condition:
Restored
Material:
Walnut
Price:
1 986 EUR
2 312 USD
This writing desk with a drawer is an exceptionally elegant and rare example of Austrian furniture making from the early 19th-century Biedermeier period. The style aimed to merge functionality with high aesthetic value, which this desk achieves through its unique, almost sculptural form. The most striking feature is the sides styled in the shape of a lyre, with black ebonized rods symbolizing strings. This classical motif brings a touch of ancient harmony and intellectual nobility to the interior.

The piece has undergone complete restoration. The solid spruce construction is covered in fine walnut veneer with a beautiful, vibrant grain. The original wood polish has been sensitively refreshed, highlighting the warm walnut tone in contrast with the black "string" details. The desk features a practical drawer, and thanks to its subtlety and architectural design, it serves as an ideal solitaire for prestigious studies or salons.
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