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18th Century French Louis XVI Marquetry Secretaire or Desk
$7,500
£5,693.87
€6,512.58
CA$10,478.59
A$11,654.48
CHF 6,085.61
MX$141,822.59
NOK 77,722.47
SEK 72,889.97
DKK 48,605.84
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An 18th century French Louis XVI marquetry secretaire, or secretary desk with bookcase. Beautifully made with book matched veneer of mahogany and fine inlay of walnut and mahogany. In two parts, the top bookcase has the original glass paned doors with working lock and key and opens to three adjustable shelves with an inside depth of 7". The bottom case has four dovetailed drawers: two large drawers at the bottom and two small drawers at the top, with a false drawer in the middle. The drop leaf desk opens to reveal four small drawers with a hidden compartment in the middle and a leather top writing surface. Polished bronze hardware with ring pulls and decorative escutcheons, two working locks and two keys. All original. Exceptional craftsmanship and very good condition for the age, retaining a high gloss finish. Some minor repairs to veneer and splits to the veneer on the sides.
Overall dimensions: 85"H x 39"W x 20.25"D (35"D when desktop is open)
Top: 43.5"H x 35"W x 9"D (7"D interior)
Bottom: 41.5"H x 39"W x 20.25"D
Desktop clearance: 27.25"H.
- Dimensions:Height: 85 in (215.9 cm)Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Depth: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1780-1790
- Condition:Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:Winter Park, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 801241stDibs: LU848632000542
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