Antique Austrian Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk Tabernacle Cabinet 1820 Decorative Arts Laurent was known for his

Laurent was known for his animal subjects and this bronze is a striking example of his finest work

two of the platforms move up or down and are operated by a large turning capstan

using frottage

in response to the Spanish Civil War

in poverty

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk Tabernacle Cabinet 1820 Decorative Arts Laurent was known for hisA fine, elegant, antique Austrian mahogany Biedermeier secretary desk cabinet, circa 1820. The cabinet in two sections, the top with a curved architectural pediment, below is a curved door tabernacle cupboard, flanked by a pair of columns with gilt bronze bases and capitals. The base with a series of four graduated drawers with shield shaped lock plate escutcheons inlaid with bone, to the center is a fall front writing surface enclosing a fitted