http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-ChIEhAk34 This antique German Secretaire à Abattant circa 1780 has a cork façade decorated as a ruin. It opens to reveal a mahogany interior & a top that lifts to reveal compartments & mirrors. Carlton Hobbs researches provenance, maker & artistic content for each gallery piece. Exclusive museums & collectors house Carlton Hobbs' pieces. Carlton Hobbs LLC excels other dealers by the excellence of its collection & research guaranteeing quality and authenticity. Carlton Hobbs: History is our reputation.