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Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
About the Item
A rare and exceptionally inlaid antique slant-front drafting desk. circa 1900
Hand-crafted in the early 20th century, likely French, one piece desk on frame form, having a sloped front with inset felt writing surface garnished with gilt brass flower tacks. The top lifting to reveal open interior storage compartment, gallery with two dovetailed drawers, letter slots and pigeon hole cubbies, brass cartouche shaped escutcheon lacking key, all rising on solid mahogany stretcher joined turned straight legs. Exquisitely inlaid, displaying diamond matched parquetry-work, accented with exotic and precious woods, including richly figured mahogany, rosewood palisander, kingwood, maple and ebony inlaid string work, checkered cross banding and burlwood panels.
Elegant, sophisticated, and refined design, with clean lines and simple silhouette, executed in luxurious exemplary exotic woods, finished on all sides and light weight, allowing it to be placed anywhere in the room and easily moved.
Provenance:
From a very fine private Dallas, Texas estate
Acquisition:
Acquired from highly reputable high-end auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, July 2021 catalog.
Dimensions: (approx)
35" High, 27.75" Wide, 28" Deep
Makes for a wonderful architect's / architectural table, artist drawing board, office work desk, standing desk, engineer's desk, library table, ladies bonheur du jour, lectern, and more
Great original antique condition. Presents well, with nicely aged warm rich dark patina and lustrous sheen. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout. Wear commensurate with well over 100 years of age and use. Strong, sturdy, stable and structurally sound. Overall a wonderful example. Delivered cleaned, hand waxed, polished, ready for immediate use and many, many more years of enjoyment.
Professional white-glove shipping/In-home delivery available. Depending on location please allow up to six to eight weeks for delivery.
Pickup available near Dallas, Texas
- Dimensions:Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 27.75 in (70.49 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Great original antique condition. Presents well. Nicely aged warm rich dark patina & lustrous sheen. Retaining original antique character & charm throughout. Wear commensurate with age & use. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Ready for use.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977226124272
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