Bureau à cylindre

Bureau à cylindre veneered in rosewood and bois de violette, threaded in maple. The roller reveals five drawers, one of which with brass inkwell and trays, extractable top with leather reserve. Two drawers on the front, two extractable side shelves revealing two lecterns, a folding top on the back, wavy legs and feet with bronze shoes equipped with wheels. Gilded bronze friezes featuring rose shoots and knobs in the shape of a rose bud. Germany, circa 1770 (95x108x58 cm) (defects and shortcomings) For comparison with high-quality German cabinet-making furniture of similar workmanship and decoration, see H. Huth, Roentgen Furniture, London, 1974 Provenance: Alberto Di Castro antiquity, Piazza di Spagna, 5 - Rome