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19th Century French Empire Escritoire
$3,785.14
£2,750
€3,223.44
CA$5,167.44
A$5,748.57
CHF 3,013.47
MX$70,246.08
NOK 38,372.79
SEK 36,122.67
DKK 24,061.78
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For sale is a fine quality, 18th century Louis XV Escritoire. The Escritoire has a drawer at the top with ornate mounts, above a fall front opening to reveal a fitted interior comprising pigeon holes, drawers and a writing surface. Below this are two cupboard doors, both with ornate mounts opening to reveal a shelf and a single drawer. The escritoire stands on lion paw feet and is in a good original condition, with its original key for the unusual, superb quality, locking system. Average wear commensurate with age and use.
Measures: Width 38", depth 16", height 55".
- Dimensions:Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chelmsford, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: S25-5121stDibs: LU2494317283012
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