A Biedermeier Karelian Birch Fall-Front Secretary
Circa 1810
Height 63 1/2 x width 44 3/4 x depth 22 1/4 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.

Provenance:
Bernd Goeckler, New York, 2 November 1991 (with copy of invoice)

Appears in overall good and stable condition. Veneers are in good, highly polished condition, lightly faded finish and light in color. The interior with marquetry inlays and veneers. Inside of the fall front, The middle drawer on the proper right hand side interior is slightly out of square, this does not seem in impact the operation or movement of the drawer. Lacking a key for the central square paneled door. Beneath the fall front, The lower three drawers are lacking lock mechanisms but retain their eschuteon plates. Small instances of loss to the veneer in the proper lower right- hand side corner and in the upper left hand molding of the cornice.Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold "as is," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.