Honoré, the secretary of many hiding places No. 195

Introduce elegance into your home with this antique Louis XV style secretary, crafted from fruitwood or walnut veneer, adorned with delicate floral marquetry. Its curved legs and brass handles add a refined touch to this piece of furniture, while its well-designed interior, comprising drawers and storage niches, makes it a practical space for your precious items. Although it shows some signs of wear and tear, these marks bear witness to its history and unique character.

Length: 87 cm
Width: 33 cm
Height: 85.5 cm
Height under top: 67.5 cm
Niche height: 12 cm

A Brief History of the Secretary
Born in the 18th century under the impetus of brilliant cabinetmakers like Jean-François Oeben, the secretary desk is the guardian of intimate correspondence. Its fall-front reveals a "gradin," a set of small drawers and niches designed for meticulous organization. Some models even concealed secrets: drawers invisible to the naked eye, activated by springs hidden under a molding. Also known as a "bureau à abattant," it remains the ideal piece to conceal one's workspace with a simple, elegant gesture.