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1940s lacquered wood writing desk attributed to René Drouet French art deco

$7,916.77
£5,865.14
€6,640
CA$10,845.58
A$12,034.09
CHF 6,303.72
MX$147,570.25
NOK 80,181.09
SEK 75,687.52
DKK 50,509.02
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About the Item

Rare '40s secrétaire attributed to French designer René Drouet. Structure in lacquered solid wood with attractive floral decoration on the top door (original paint, gilding and lacquering). Mahogany veneered interior and solid brass feet. Very high quality workmanship. Beautiful vintage condition, with traces of use and advanced age, we wanted to keep the piece in its original patina (see photos).
  • Attributed to:
    René Drouet (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 54.14 in (137.5 cm)Width: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Painted,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Ternay, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: I4911stDibs: LU3066342193252

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