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Antique Walnut and Marquetry Writing Desk

$13,319.79
£9,500
€11,287.52
CA$18,177.69
A$20,242.50
CHF 10,535.10
MX$249,587.54
NOK 134,172.57
SEK 126,109.21
DKK 84,218.92
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About the Item

This elegant writing desk was created in France in the late 18th century, during the reign of King Louis XVI (1774-1792). The desk is designed in a refined neoclassical style which was fashionable in this period. The walnut writing desk is composed of an oval body which is covered with tooled leather and is encircled by a brass gallery, featuring pierced geometric patterns. The desk’s body is decorated with marquetry designs, composed of flower heads and guilloche motifs. Two leather-topped writing slides can be pulled out from the sides of the desk by way of brass knobs. The front panel also pulls out to reveal a drawer with a main section and two smaller side compartments. This drawer features a brass keyhole and escutcheon which is decorated with a ribbon bow and foliage swags. The writing desk stands on four turned and tapered legs, which feature marquetry fluting. These are set on brass feet.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Width: 37.41 in (95 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 128341stDibs: LU956315420722

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