Venetian Polychromed Secretary Bookcase in the Rococo Taste

ca. 1800 and later, in two parts, the upper section with a broken-arch pediment over a pair of paneled doors, on a slant-lid base, the top opening to reveal a fitted interior and two drawers below, raised on cabriole legs.
h. 89-1/2", w. 44-1/2", d. 23-1/2"

**Attractive piece with rubbing to the finish, some scattered paint losses and some inpainting to the later polychromed finish. The piece exhibits normal shrinkage, dings, small edge chips and wear. The lower case exhibits a small amount of side-to-side movement at its joints, but no fore-and-aft movement. It should remain serviceable for some time. Retains locks; the later key is not functional. Interiors are each fitted with two shelves.