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French 18th century J.F. LELEU stamped secretaire à abattant

$17,194.02
£12,815.87
€14,500
CA$23,595.11
A$26,420.22
CHF 13,784.75
MX$321,911
NOK 174,918.68
SEK 166,301.09
DKK 110,397.62
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Exceptionally high quality furniture from an estate of a private collector Louis XVI Mahogany secretaire à abattant By J.F Leleu with its original ‘Bianca Carrara’ marble top with rounded front corners. Brown gilded edge calf leather inlay, Turned tapered legs (from top to bottom ) with cannelures, locks and keys working. Panelled sides, flap and doors. General in good vintage condition as comes with the age. Nice shine, French polish. Stamped J.F Leleu. Jean Francois Leleu achieved his master status ( JME ) in 1764. Jean-François Leleu (1729–1807) was a leading French furniture-maker (ébéniste) of the eighteenth century who was trained alongside[1] his rival Jean-Henri Riesener, in the workshop of Jean-François Oeben (1721-1763). After his master's death, he became the workshop's lead and became a master ébéniste in 1764. Leleu had the patronage of wealthy aristocrats, including the Prince de Condé, Louis-Joseph de Bourbon. His furniture was known for its high quality, elegance, and restraint, with inlays of diamonds, roses, or floral bouquets. When working for marchands-merciers, he also used inlays of Sèvres porcelain and lacquer. Leleu's clients included the Prince de Condé and Madame du Barry.
  • Attributed to:
    Jean-François Leleu (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57.09 in (145 cm)Width: 37.8 in (96 cm)Depth: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa: 1770-1790
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Minor restorations, probably lock has been replaced for an 18th century substitute. Repaired: Original Bianca Carrara marble has been broken but professional glued, flat, strong and done well. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor restorations, probably lock has been replaced for an 18th century substitute.
  • Seller Location:
    AALSMEER, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Sec-2854~1stDibs: LU8857242027072

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