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18th Century French Cherrywood 'Bureau de Pente' Slant Top Writing Desk
About the Item
Larger than the typical Louis XV writing desk, this cherrywood bureau de pente was hand-carved in France during the late 1700’s, just after the period ended. This type of desk went by several names, including bureau dos d’âne and secrétaire à dessus brisé, and they almost always featured a fold-down writing surface.
Four long, slender cabriole legs, which are typical of Louis XV writing desks, provide a sturdy base for the beautiful desk. The curvaceousness of the legs continues throughout the desk, from the subtly contoured sides to the highly sinuous apron on all sides. Set within the apron are two drawers with round bronze pulls that flank a faux center drawer with a foliate and shell handle.
The fold-down writing surface, which has a functioning lock with a foliate escutcheon, opens to reveal eight small arbalete drawers arranged in four columns. Above the topmost drawers of each column is an open storage compartment. There are two more larger storage compartments in the center above a false-bottom hidden compartment. The fold down writing surface is held by a set of polished steel arms.
A graceful and functional bureau de pente from the late 18th century, this cherrywood slant top writing desk would make the perfect addition to any office, library, or study. Interestingly, the desk has been finished on the back side, allowing the desk to be placed in the center of the room if desired.
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 55.5 in (140.97 cm)Depth: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 1700s
- Condition:Repaired: Very minor touch ups always likely. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Wear commensurate to age and use, with indentations to the fold-down writing surface. Minor nicks, traces of old wood worm, and age separations. An old repair above the lock, which functions. Please see photos for details.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 422-91stDibs: LU906330531102
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