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19th Century French Marble Top Writing Table/Desk with Ormolu Mounts
Located in Essex, MA
!9th century French Belle Epoque writing table with gilt ormolu mounts on the feet corners and
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

French Louis XV Kingwood and Burl Wood Bureau Plat Leather Top Desk with Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Louis XV style executive writing desk or bureau plat desk France, circa
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

French Ormolu Mounted Bacchus Desk with Bureau Parquetry All in Tulipwood
Located in New York, NY
ormolu Bacchus (The God of Wine) masks. Bacchus is one of the most recognizable of the gods due to the
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20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Desk marquetry with Ormolu Bronze by F.Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent desk in marquetry and ormolu bronze bear the mark of F.Linke transitional style XV
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Antique Early 1900s Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

French Andre Arbus Ormolu Maple Writing Desk
By André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
French 1940s ormolu mounted maple writing desk with leather inset top above 2 frieze drawers on
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Escritoire Writing Desk
Located in London, GB
gilt metal ormolu mounts, and the upper doors have beautifully painted plaques. The drawer opens out to
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique French Mahogany & Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Desk C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French bureau plat writing desk offers shaped mahogany construction with paneled case
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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French Bureau Plat Marquetry Leather Top Desk with Orig. Ormolu Mounts, C. 1770
Located in Hollywood, SC
French bureau plat marquetry leather top three drawer desk with hearing bone inlays, three opposite
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Antique 1770s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Ormolu

An Exceptional Ormolu Desk Compendium
Located in Amersham, GB
A very fine desk compendium, comprising an eight day timepiece, barometer and thermometer, in a
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Antique 1880s French Late Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Marble, Enamel, Ormolu

An Exceptional Ormolu Desk Compendium
An Exceptional Ormolu Desk Compendium
H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 2.56 in
Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. This desk has been
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Antique 1880s French Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Ormolu-Mounted Sevrés Style Travel Desk
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Travel desk made with Sevres style porcelain plates, with mercury gold plated bronze mount. The
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Gold, Bronze

Ormolu-Mounted Sevrés Style Travel Desk
Ormolu-Mounted Sevrés Style Travel Desk
H 4.73 in W 13 in D 14.97 in
Stunning quality antique Victorian French Ormolu desk set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning quality antique Victorian French Ormolu desk set, having a figure to the top on a desert
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Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Desk Sets

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Ormolu

Stunning quality antique Victorian French Ormolu desk set
Stunning quality antique Victorian French Ormolu desk set
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H 5.52 in W 9.45 in D 8.27 in
French 19th Century Regence Style Rosewood, Ormolu and Brass Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extremely elegant French 19th century Regence st. rosewood, ormolu and brass desk. The desk is
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Ormolu

Antique French Napoleon Brass Ormolu Mounted 3 Drawer Writing Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Napoleon Brass Ormolu Mounted 3 Drawer Writing Desk Antique French Napoleon III
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Vintage 1930s French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Empire St. Mahogany and Ormolu Executive Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
extremely intricate ormolu mounts decorate the desk throughout.
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite and very attractive French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany and ormolu desk. The
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Alexandre Chevrie, Museum French Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Royal Executive Desk
By Alexandre Chevrié, Paris 1
Located in New York, NY
Alexandre Chevrie, a museum quality French ormolu mounted mahogany Royal Executive "Empire" Desk
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique Louis Revival Ormolu Mounted Bureau Plat Desk 19th C
Located in London, GB
drawers on the other. It is freestanding, has fabulous decorative ormolu handles and mounts including
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Antique 1860s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and most elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany and ormolu desk. The desk is
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique French Louis Revival Ormolu Bureau Plat Desk, 19th C
Located in London, GB
dummy drawers on the other. It is freestanding, has fabulous decorative ormolu handles and mounts
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Antique 1880s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

19th Century French Kingwood Ormolu Mounted Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality large 19th century French Kingwood and ormolu mounted bureau-plat desk, having a
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Antique 1860s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Kingwood

French 19th Century Transitional St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Turquin marble desk. The three drawer desk is raised by slender cabriole legs with fine foliate ormolu
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

French 19th century Mahogany, Ormolu and marble desk, attr. F. Linke
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Mahogany, Ormolu
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

Antique Louis Revival Ormolu Bureau Plat Desk Writing Table 19th C
Located in London, GB
drawers on the other. It is freestanding, has fabulous decorative ormolu handles and mounts, working
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Antique 1860s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Ormolu-Mounted Marquetry Roll-Top Desk Attributed to P. Bernard
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in London, GB
with an ormolu panel with cherubs in the manner of Clodion, the sides similarly mounted with panels
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Transitional St. Mahogany And Ormolu Cabinet/Secretary Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A unique and very high quality French 19th century Transitional st. mahogany and ormolu cabinet
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Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. kingwood, tulipwood and ormolu desk. The desk is
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique 6ft/184cm Ormolu Mounted French Empire Revival Pedestal Desk 1920s
Located in London, GB
gilded ormolu mounts making it an incredibly imposing and impressive item of furniture. The desk
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Vintage 1920s French Empire Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany, Kingwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany, kingwood and ormolu kidney shaped writing
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 18th Century Louis XV Period Kingwood, Tulipwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, and ormolu desk circa. 1750. The Bureau à Cylindre desk is raised by beautiful cabriole legs with fine
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Very Fine Ormolu, Porcelain and Marquetry Writing Desk by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in London, GB
Very fine ormolu, porcelain and marquetry writing desk by Henry Dasson French, 1890 Height 74cm
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

1950s French Louis XIV Style Desk / Bureau Plat With Gilt Bronze Ormolu
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Louis XIV style desk that is in very good condition. The desk is marked. The
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Palais Royal French Ormolu Mounted Desk Writing Set with Pen
By Palais Royal
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made antique French Palais Royal ormolu mounted mother of pearl desk stand with pen
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Revival Desk Sets

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Metal

Palais Royal French Ormolu Mounted Desk Writing Set with Pen
Palais Royal French Ormolu Mounted Desk Writing Set with Pen
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H 2.56 in W 3.94 in D 5.91 in
French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Ormolu and marble desk/table
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most decorative French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Ormolu, and Gris St
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Ormolu

English Mahogany and Ormolu Partners Desk with Red Leather, 19th Century
By Holland & Sons
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine Partners Library Desk by Holland & Sons Constructed in mahogany and having splendid
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Desks

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Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Kingwood & Inlay Slant-Front Writing Desk Ca. 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Ormolu Mounted Kingwood with Inlay Slant-Front Writing Desk, Circa 1880.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French Louis XV Kingwood Bureau Plat Leather Top Desk With Mounted Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Louis XV style writing desk or bureau plat desk France, Circa 1940s
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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Antique French Burr Walnut Sevres & Ormolu Mounted Writing Table Desk 19th C
Located in London, GB
decoration on each side. The desk is raised on elegant ormolu mounted ebonised reeded tapering legs
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Antique 1870s French Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French Louis XV Kingwood Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk With Gilt Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Louis XV style writing desk or bureau plat desk By R. Soriano Spain, 20th
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20th Century Spanish Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Style Ormolu Mounted Marquetry Desk by Maison Léger
By Maison Léger
Located in London, GB
Antique French Louis XV style ormolu mounted marquetry desk by Maison Léger French, c. 1880 Height
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Mahogany, Burl Walnut and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
walnut and ormolu desk. The desk is raised by most elegant circular tapered legs with fine mottled ormolu
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Louis XV Ormolu Writing Table Desk, 18th C
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV ormolu-mounted kingwood-veneered writing table, 18th c and later, apparently unsigned
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Antique 18th Century Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Kingwood

Louis XV Ormolu Writing Table Desk, 18th C
Louis XV Ormolu Writing Table Desk, 18th C
H 28.5 in W 32.5 in D 18.5 in
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood and Ormolu Desk, Attributed to Linke
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. kingwood and ormolu desk
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Flamed Mahogany and Ormolu Bureau Plat Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent French 19th century Louis XV style flamed mahogany and ormolu Bureau plat desk. The
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Napoleon III Period Ebony and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ormolu center table/desk. The table is raised by very slender cabriole legs with exquisite pierced fitted
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Bureau Plat Desk
By Paul Sormani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large French 19th century Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany and kingwood three
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet
By Maison Millet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Mahogany, Satinwood, Ebony and Ormolu Writing Desk by D. Ross
By Donald Ross
Located in London, GB
Louis XVI style mahogany, satinwood, ebony and ormolu writing desk by Donald Ross English, Late
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Antique Late 19th Century English Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Antique Grand Tour Ormolu Desk Inkwell Centerpiece Elkington Silversmiths 19thC
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality example of an English Ormolu Grand Tour circular desk single Inkwell
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Antique 19th Century English Grand Tour Desk Sets

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Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood and Ormolu Desk Possibly by François L
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Kingwood and ormolu desk
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Black Lacquered Ormolu Desk / Bureau Plat
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XV writing desk featuring cabriole legs, exquisite ormolu, and a glossy black
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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Desks

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Brass

Black Lacquered Ormolu Desk / Bureau Plat
Black Lacquered Ormolu Desk / Bureau Plat
H 30.125 in W 57.5 in D 41.5 in
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu Mounted Desk by Grimard
By G. Grimard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu-mounted writing table by G
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Pedestal Desk in the Empire Style
Located in London, GB
A fine French late 19th century mahogany and ormolu pedestal desk with tooled leather top in the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Desks

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Ormolu

A Louis Philippe bronze and ormolu desk set
By Louis Philippe
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Louis Philippe bronze and ormolu desk set, comprising two ink wells and a powder shaker in the
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Antique 1840s French Desk Sets

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Bronze

Fine French 19th Century Louis XV Style Tulipwood and Ormolu-Mounted Ladies Desk
By Maison Millet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century tulipwood, mahogany and ormolu-mounted Bureau de Dame Lady's
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
By Empire Furniture
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stunning French ormolu mounted Empire style marble desk stand dating from the 19th century. This
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Antique 1860s French Empire Inkwells

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Marble

French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
French Empire Style Ormolu Mounted Marble Desk Stand
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H 4.73 in W 13.59 in D 6.3 in
Antique Chinese Japanese Bronze Inkwell Male Bust Pair French Ormolu Desk Set
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Regency Desk Sets

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Ormolu, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb French 19th century Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu desk. The desk is raised by
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Mahogany and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and unique French 19th century Louis XVI st. mahogany and ormolu desk. The desk is raised
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood and Ormolu Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. kingwood and ormolu desk. The desk is raised by
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks

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Ormolu

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Desk With Ormolu For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the desk with ormolu you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and ormolu, every desk with ormolu was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a desk with ormolu, we have 1879 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer desk with ormolu, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A desk with ormolu, designed in the louis xv, Louis XVI or Empire style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one desk with ormolu that is appealing in its simplicity, but François Linke, Japy Frères and Henry Dasson produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Desk With Ormolu?

The average selling price for a desk with ormolu at 1stDibs is $6,413, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $578,491 for the highest priced.
Questions About Desk With Ormolu
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ormolu furniture refers to the ornate decoration typically applied to French antique furniture. The decoration is made out of bronze and is then covered with 18 to 24 karat gold. You can shop a collection of ormolu furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An ormolu clock is a timepiece surrounded by gilding, metal covered with a thin layer of gold. The clocks are usually very ornate and designed for display on a mantel or table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ormolu clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Murphy desk is a wall-mounted desk that folds out to provide a work surface for a laptop, tablet, documents, and other items. It is a great solution if you have a little space or don't require a full desk every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murphy desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A captain’s desk is a type of desk that you stand at rather than sit in front of. It usually has an angled desktop and decorative molding. Captain Josiah Davenport commissioned the British furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster to design the first one in the late 18th century. Sometimes, people refer to the furnishing as a Davenport desk in his honor. Shop a variety of captain’s desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A skinny desk is sometimes called a writing desk. The name comes from the fact that the smaller desktop provides enough space for writing but doesn’t offer much extra room for storage or a computer. Shop a range of writing desks on 1stDibs.