Secretary Antique 19th Century and the golden age of

and the golden age of world expositions

This iconic helmet

Comes with the original Delvaux dust bag

Made from beautifully toned wood

His legacy continues to influence contemporary glass artists

Secretary Antique 19th Century and the golden age ofDimensions Height: 117 cm Width: 135 cm Depth: 70 cm The secretary desk, or secrtaire abattant, emerged in 18th century France as a functional and stylish piece of furniture. Under Louis XV's reign (17151774), the design evolved to emphasize asymmetry, naturalistic motifs, and elaborate ornamentation, hallmarks of the Rococo movement This particular secretary desk has ornate gilt bronze mounts, and high quality massive oak wood.