18th Century Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase jewelry cabinet Height 22 3/4" Width 12

Height 22 3/4" Width 12 1/2" Depth 6 1/2"

Height  12" Width 9"

Swedish or Russian chandeliers

while the apron is adorned with stylized pendants in layered gilt and polychrome

(From The Jack and belle Linsky Collection catalogue

18th Century Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase jewelry cabinet Height 22 3/4" Width 12A Gustavian period secretary desk and bookcase likely from Hlsingland, Sweden, crafted in carved pine with dry scraped original paint. The upper section features diamond paneled doors and dentil molding, opening to blue gray painted shelving. The fall front writing surface reveals a striking black painted interior fitted with drawers and a central cupboard. Circa 1790, this piece reflects the refined neoclassicism and regional craftsmanship of late