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Cylindrical Writing Cabinet

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Title

Cylindrical Writing Cabinet

Collection

furniture and woodwork collection

Production

design: Johann Härle, Vienna
execution: Johann Härle, Vienna, 1813

Period | Style | School

Biedermeier

Subject

Geymüllerschlössel

Material | Technique

Mahagoniholz; Einlegearbeit aus Ahornholz; Holz,
z.T. geschnitzt,
gebeizt und ebonisiert; Schwarzlotmalerei

Measurements

height: 176 cm
width: 105 cm
depth: 77 cm

Inventory number

H 2022

Acquisition

purchase , 1953

Department

Furniture and Woodwork Collection

Inscriptions

signature (reverse side) : Johann Härle, Wien 1813

Description

This elaborate writing cabinet is the masterpiece of cabinetmaker Johann Härle; his signature is on the underside of the large bottom drawer.

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24.09.2026

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