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One of a kind and Amazing Large Empire French writing desk or bureau plat with embossed black leather top, bronze dore mounts, column legs, and five .drawers.
Spectacular French work table, Early Empire France, circa 1810.
Mahogany palm and gold-embossed leather top with a wide garland of characteristic and identifying motifs from the Early Empire, such as the lyre, scrolls, and putti. It is covered with thick glass to protect the leather and wood.
Rectangular in profile, it extends to the sides with two hidden mahogany wings, which can be removed or not depending on the intended use.
The front is divided into five registers: one in the center and two on either side.
The right-hand drawer appears to be two drawers but is actually just one, and inside it houses another secret drawer with a lock and a very refined mahogany veneer.
It also contains its keys.
The body rests on four columnar legs made of mahogany palm, enriched with gilt bronze fittings and ormolu, each column topping and topping, bronzes depicting vine garlands and transverse chevrons in exquisite craftsmanship.
The First French Empire was established as a monarchical government by French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804–1815, following the dissolution of the First French Republic.
A great opportunity to own a refined period piece, with the highest artistic quality and a timeless aesthetic.
Technical Data
Piece: Bureau Plat
Period: First French Empire
Wood: Mahogany and mahogany palm
Dimensions: 75 cm x 148 cm wide x 67 cm deep.Each removable
extension measures 31 cm.
Condition: Good condition for its age and use
- Attributed to:Empire Furniture (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 82.68 in (210 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1810
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Valladolid, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2943344535482
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