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Louis XVI Roll Top Desk, France 1780

$14,000
£10,643.86
€12,283.41
CA$19,596.24
A$21,942.56
CHF 11,448.53
MX$267,354.02
NOK 145,273.72
SEK 138,116.63
DKK 91,687.60
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About the Item

This unique Louis XVI Roll Top Desk was made in France around 1780. The outside of the secretary desk has a kingwood veneer with a gorgeous marquetry decor of diamond shaped yew wood inlays. The writing surface is covered with green leather. Inside the writing compartment are six small drawers and three open compartments. The cylinder desk comes refinished with a shellac polish.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.62 in (93 cm)Width: 35.04 in (89 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Refinished. With shellac polish.
  • Seller Location:
    Belmont, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20/231stDibs: LU1772231701582

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