French Directoire Period, Two-Part Bureau Cylindre
View Similar Items
1 of 6
French Directoire Period, Two-Part Bureau Cylindre
$120,000List Price
About the Item
The desk opens with a roll top and reveals a sliding leather-topped writing surface, two large compartments, and small drawers. The sides are beautifully carved with palm leaves and flowing floral garlands.
The lower part, or the commode, opens with four drawers on three levels. Each corner has an excellent carving of an Egyptian head atop blackened wood columns with gilded bronze capitals. The piece rests on four turned feet of blackened wood. There are brass moldings and handles as well as excellent quality brass escutcheons.
Vetted Antique Shows/Fairs
The International Fine Art and Antique Dealers Show, New York, NY, 2008
Provenance
Bordeaux, France
Private Collection, Bordeaux, France
Mary Helen McCoy Fine Antiques, Charleston, South Carolina
- Dimensions:Height: 76.75 in (194.95 cm)Width: 59.25 in (150.5 cm)Depth: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1795-1800
- Condition:The bureau cylindre has had restoration characteristic of usage including the recent adjustment of the cylindre, replacement of the “buttons” on the slide, cleaning, and polishing.
- Seller Location:Charleston, SC
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U08110385777
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.You May Also Like
Directoire Bureau a Cylindre - France, circa 1800, Mahogany Secretaire or Desk
Located in Greven, DE
Desk with mirror attachment - Bureau à cylindre
France
Mahogany
Directoire circa 1800
Dimensions: H x W x D: 149 x 97 x 50 cm
Description:
Top-mounted desk standing on tapered rou...
Category
Antique Early 1800s French Directoire Secretaires
Materials
Marble, Brass
French Empire Mahogany Bureau à Cylindre Writing Table, circa 1810
Located in Rome, IT
A French gilt-metal mounted mahogany bureau à cylindre writing desk.
With a grey marble top over three drawers, the fall enclosing a sliding tan leather writing surface, an interior...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
$23,917 Sale Price
20% Off
French Empire Mahogany Bureau à Cylindre Writing Table, circa 1810
Located in Rome, IT
A French gilt-metal mounted mahogany bureau à cylindre writing desk.
With a grey marble top over three drawers, the fall enclosing a sliding tan lea...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
$23,917 Sale Price
20% Off
French 18th Century Large Louis XVI Marquetry Desk or Bureau à Cylindre
By Jean Kisling
Located in Berlin, DE
French 18th century large Louis XVI marquetry desk or bureau à Cylindre
An exceptional marquetry secrétaire in the form of a bureau with a cylinder front and on a stand with four ...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Materials
Bronze
Large French Directoire Period Traveling Secretary Desk
Located in Pembroke, MA
This French Directoire traveling secretary is made of walnut. Its large size is unusual and would make an impressive statement in a study. The top sec...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Secretaires
Materials
Brass, Iron
19th Century German Biedermeier Two Part Pine Bureau - Antique Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier two part bureau, secretary with a two door glass display made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition. The upper part of the secretaire is composed ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Pine
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Swedish Rococo Secretary
Drexel Heritage Secretary
Kai Kristiansen Secretary
Narrow Secretary Bookcase
Torring Mobelfabrik Secretary
Vintage Jasper Cabinet Secretary
Vintage Jasper Secretary Desk
Antique Spinet Secretary Desk
Eastlake Victorian Cylinder Desk
Jasper Faux Bamboo
Kai Kristiansen For Hjn Teak Secretary Desk
Benito Fosado
Cees Braakman Secretary
Cherry Secretary 1760
Rose Tarlow Secretary
Erling Torvits Secretary Desk
Dyrlund Secretary
Bleached Oak Secretary