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French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Desk, Signed 'Escalier de Cristal, Paris'

$18,800
£14,042.70
€16,280.27
CA$26,103.33
A$29,258.47
CHF 15,234.03
MX$357,258.47
NOK 193,416.81
SEK 183,341.74
DKK 121,468.45
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About the Item

A high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. tulipwood, kingwood and ormolu desk, signed 'Escalier de Cristal, Paris, circa 1880. The desk is raised by four square tapered legs with ormolu sabots and ormolu bands at the top. The apron has a drop front drawer which enables the tulipwood herringbone designed folding top to open revealing a fitted brown leather writing surface with three faux drawers. The desk is finished on all sides. All original gilt and hardware.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 32081stDibs: LU949926446212

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