An impressive French mid 19th century Louis Philippe period flamed Mahogany and ormolu secretary circa 1840. The ten drawer secretary is raised by elegant topie shaped feet below the straight frieze which displays one concealed drawer. At the front are... — Read MoreAn impressive French mid 19th century Louis Philippe period flamed Mahogany and ormolu secretary circa 1840. The ten drawer secretary is raised by elegant topie shaped feet below the straight frieze which displays one concealed drawer. At the front are five drawers and two faux drawers each decorated with stunning and masterfully executed flamed Mahogany designs with the grain continuing and following over each drawer and displaying circular ormolu keyhole escutcheons and richly chased pulls with a fine spiral beaded design. The two faux drawers fold down to reveal a writing surface with its original green gold tooled leather, four smaller drawers, and one shelf. The sides display solid flamed Mahogany panels also showcasing the beautiful wood grain. Depth with pullout: 35" — Read Less