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Louis XV Secretary Desk, France 18th Century

$24,000
£18,210.65
€20,822.25
CA$33,521.49
A$37,271.34
CHF 19,461.04
MX$453,682.94
NOK 248,314.35
SEK 232,658.68
DKK 155,400.26
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About the Item

This original 18th century Louis XVI Secretaire has a stunning veneer and marquetry. The elegant unique slant-top desk or "secretaire en pente" combines different walnut veneer grains with maple and bird's-eye maple as well as satinwood. The secretaire has three drawers on the outside. The inside of the writing compartment has six small drawers, several open compartments and a secret compartment. This gorgeous and remarkable desk is in very good original condition and has its original patina. It ships from Europe and includes shipping costs and customs to Boston.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The desk is in very good original condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Belmont, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1772230266092

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