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French Original Black Painted Portable 18th Century Writing Desk

$975
£724.80
€848.51
CA$1,363.61
A$1,522.50
CHF 794.18
MX$18,721.46
NOK 10,023.54
SEK 9,436.81
DKK 6,329.87
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About the Item

An original black painted portable desk from the end of the 18th century. With owner initials, the desk has a French hand-written address on the inside. Desk is with the original paint and patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 24.02 in (61 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780-1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Haddonfield, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 339241stDibs: LU943420943672

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