FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY AND GILT-METAL MOUNTED SECRÉTAIRE À ABATTANT .19th century. Rectangular molded-edge slab over frieze drawer; fall-front writing surface opening to fitted interior flanked by mounted, tapering pilasters; three stacked drawers; plinth base; paw feet, with key - 49 1/2 in. x 24 1.2 in. x 15 1/4 in. Estimate $2,000-3,000
PROVENANCE: Sloans & Kenyon Auctioneers and Appraisers, February 11, 2007, Sale 27, Lot 1361
