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Antique Louis XV Style Oak Secretary Desk

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Louis XV style oak secretary desk with intricate and highly detailed carvings on front, top and sides. The scalloped door, with a working key, drops down supported by two pull-outs. The secretary opens to reveal four serpentine drawers, four short drawers and a secret panel. The front of the cabinet with a solid panel flanked by two short drawers above a long drawer. The drawers with large carved pulls emitting from a carved foliate back-plate. The sides of the cabinet handsomely carved with a dentil-like motif. The whole resting upon cabriole legs with hoofen feet. Dimensions: 38 1/2" W, 22 1/2" D, 39 3/4" H Additional measurements: 29 1/8" to top of writing surface, 37 1/4" D with drop down door open. Condition: Please see detail photos. The Desk has a smooth patina with time worn impressions, repair, scratches and minor age cracks which do not detract from the very fine antique presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.75 in (100.97 cm)Width: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Depth: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Old repair to front of door. See photos for details of condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3261081stDibs: LU1755241377122

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