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French Antique Desk Directoire Bureau Plat 1880
$3,250.21
£2,350
€2,776.81
CA$4,492.28
A$4,995.72
CHF 2,622.08
MX$60,920.38
NOK 33,137.94
SEK 31,068.14
DKK 20,725.80
About the Item
You are viewing a gorgeous antique French Directoire desk
Circa 1880 the desk features original gilt mounts
Top: Rectangular top with inset brown leather writing surface,
panelled into three sections and decorated with gold tooling along the edges
Wood & Finish: Crafted from finely figured mahogany or similar
hardwood, with contrasting inlaid borders for a sophisticated look
Drawers & Apron: The front features a total of four drawers (two on each side) with gilt-brass escutcheons and pulls. The central frieze is adorned with a decorative openwork gilt-brass grille panel,
lending both visual interest and a light, airy feel
Legs: Slender, tapered square legs with brass mounts at the top and sabots at the feet, characteristic of the Louis XVI style
Bought from a dealer on the Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets Offered in great shape ready for home use right away
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- Dimensions:Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 59 in (149.86 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)
- Style:French Provincial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Potters Bar, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5875146303252
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