Vienna, circa 1810. Very rare and admirable Viennese Empire secretaire in almost intact condition, with original patina and polishing.

Vienna, circa 1810. Very rare and admirable Viennese Empire secretaire in almost intact condition, with original patina and polishing. It is finely veneered in burr walnut; interiors in maple and maple masterfully pen-painted (a typical Viennese Empire technique). The lower part has a curved front, with two doors concealing maple burl veneered compartments and a cherry veneered drawer. A special stand-up writing surface and a second internal surface concealed by a drawer, with original period leather cover. Intact carved and gold-leafed caryatids. Particular ebonized elements. Egyptian mythological figures embossed in brass. Height 137.5 cm, width 103 cm, depth 43.5-82 cm when open. In museum-like condition. The Viennese interpretation of the Empire style is considered the most precious and rare ever made. This is because it is identified by a sober and elegant representation of the "retour d'Egièpte" in contrast to the French style, which is monumental, pompous, boxy, and overflowing with gilded bronzes. In museum-like condition, with original patina and polishing, refreshed with shellac finish applied with a pad using a museum standard technique. In compliance with the New Code of Cultural Heritage, the selling company provides a detailed written photographic guarantee of originality and provenance of the works sold simultaneously with the sale. 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, including expert assessment.