René HERBST (1891-1982) Secretary cabinet, circa 1943. Cherry-wood veneered, parallelepiped body with protruding sides, opening on the front with four doors and a flap revealing a compartmentalized interior, drawers and shelves. H. 150 cm; W. 95 cm; D. 39.5 cm. Scratches, wear and tear and one damaged lock. Provenance : Mr. and Mrs. Jean Goasguen's apartment, rue Mansart, Paris. Then by descent. Jean Goasquen was a close member of the Union des Artistes Modernes circle.