French Empire Egyptian Revival Mahogany Abattant, early 19^th Century, crown molding above a blind frieze drawer over 1 of 4 drawers with  repoussé brass ring pulls and escutcheons. A drop-front writing surface inlaid with birds and urn, the interior with mirrored arched burl wood cubby flanked by 8 cross-banded drawers with a rosewood fan, flanked by gilt and ebonized female bust and feet stiles. The case supported on gilt and ebonized animal feet.

Height 68 ½ in. Width 43 in. Depth 22 ½ in.