Italian Empire Revival Circular Desk

About the Item

Northern Italian Empire Revival circular correspondence or secretary's desk with diminutive kneehole framed by giltwood colonnettes, the exterior with bookshelves, in warm burled birch, the top with gilt tooled leather inset. Dimensions: 30" H x 30" diameter. Dealer: S138XX

Dimensions:

Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Diameter: 30 in (76.2 cm)

Style:

Empire Revival (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Birch,Burl,Leather,Ebonized,Gilt,Veneer

Period:

20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Unknown

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

New York, NY

Reference Number:

Seller: S138XX - 98768 - 0723 MD1stDibs: LU889335197432

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