Secretaire
Manufacturer
Unknown
CultureAmerican
Date19th century
MediumMahogany | Brass
DimensionsOverall: 41 1/8 x 41 7/8 x 21 5/8 in. (104.5 x 106.4 x 54.9 cm)
Base: 43 1/4 in. (109.9 cm)
Base: 43 1/4 in. (109.9 cm)
Credit LineChrysler Museum of Art, Moses Myers House, Norfolk, Virginia. The Historic Houses are the property of the City of Norfolk and are operated by The Chrysler Museum.
Object number97.49.65
Not on view
DescriptionSecretary. Upper section: glazed in a geometric pattern comprised of thirteen sections in each door. Three brass finials. Finial bases are decorated with line inlay. Large central finial base decorated with circle inlay. Shallow concave curve connects the central finial base to side finials on each side. Dentilled cornice. Simple mold at base of upper section. Lower section: interior cabinet with six small drawers and nine compartments. Three large drawers. Fall-front face and drawers are bordered with 1/16" half-round mold and decorated with fine inlay.Exhibition HistoryMyers House
