Solid moulded mahogany and gilt bronze writing case, opening to a secret side drawer operated by a push-button, the lid reveals two superimposed compartments, the first containing a writing set. By David Roentgen, master cabinetmaker, 1780 Late 18th century H 15×W 27×D 16cm Provenance: Former Rédé-Rothschild collection, Monaco sale, Sotheby's, 26 May 1975, lot 272