High-Quality Biedermeier Ensemble consisting of a Dainty Low Cabinet in Chest Form; a Bookcase and a Writing Secretary. Excellent Original Condition. Attributed to a Master Cabinetmaker from Zeitz.

Thuringia, Zeitz, circa 1835/40.

Cherry wood veneered on softwood carcase.

Partial thread inlays in colored maple.

Original, pressed brass fittings with brass handles. Massive, cast bronze column bases and Corinthian capitals.

The original feet are cherry wood veneered.

Original locks and keys.

The bookcase with predominantly authentic glazing and two original shelves.

Literature for comparison: A very similar writing secretary from the hand of a Zeitz master cabinetmaker can be found illustrated in: Heise, Katrin, Sächsische und thüringische Biedermeiersekretäre, Weimar 2001, p. 198, fig. 58, also p. 202, fig. 62.

Dimensions:

The secretary: Height: 182 cm; Width: 120 cm; Depth: 66 cm.