Raphael
Secretary and chair


France, c. 1955
rosewood, cane, maple, leather, brass-plated metal
56 h x 45 w x 19 d in (142 x 114 x 48 cm)
35.5 h x 21.25 w x 20 d in (90 x 54 x 51 cm)

Secretary features three drawers over a drop-front writing surface concealing three additional drawers, divided and open storage over lower shelf.

Provenance: Private Collection

Literature: Raphael: Decorateur, Bloch-Champfort, ppg. 69, 71

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Good refinished condition, showing minor areas of wear throughout consistent with well-maintained use over time. Surface wear includes areas of irregular finish texture to top and hardware, a few faint scattered scratches, shallow indentations, darkened chips, and repairs. Cane to chair seat exhibits a small area of breaks, measuring approximately 2 inches, not visually distracting or affecting stability. Please note this work may require the buyer to obtain a CITES permit to export out of the United States. Due to increased scrutiny regarding the issuance of CITES certificates, we cannot guarantee an export permit will be granted.