A 'Copenhagen' Louis XVI mahogany bureau in the manner of C.F Harsdorff, upper part with openwork gallery and clockwork with white enamel dial, Roman and Arabic numerals, under which three doors, hinged fall front enclosing fitted interior and hidden compartment, the lower part with three large drawers. Late 18th century, restored. Gallery later. H. 223 cm. W. 130 cm. D. 59 cm.
The architect Caspar Frederik Harsdorff represented the simple Neo-Classicist style which followed the Rococo. Two of the best examples of his work are his own house Kongens Nytorv 3–5 (built in 1780) and Erichsens Palace - also on Kongens Nytorv (built 1799). He was ready to put his architectural skills to the service of interior decoration and furniture design. Because of his obvious talent Harsdorff was appointed Court architect and professor. He had numerous pupils, including his friend and colleague C.F. Hansen. Many cabinet-makers were inspired by Harsdorff's stylistic direction - inspiration which is clearly apparent in this bureau.
Condition report on request.
Furniture, varia & carpets, 26 February 2014