Sturdy Biedermeier secretary desk with drop-front, hand-polished ash, circa 1840 Elegant writing desk in perfect condition Here you have the opportunity to purchase a rare Biedermeier secretary desk from around 1840. The classic design combined with solid ash wood characterize this rare piece of furniture. It should be noted that the secretary desk is in very good condition, having been recently restored. All necessary woodwork was carried out and then it was carefully given a new surface with a hand-polished shellac finish. The interior has been sanded clean and then varnished with an odorless water-based varnish.