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Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose

$35,435.25
£26,624.34
€30,000
CA$48,794.65
A$54,610.21
CHF 28,586.50
MX$663,415.12
NOK 362,975.87
SEK 342,529.73
DKK 228,329.84

About the Item

Elegant Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out writing surface, inlaid on the top with a compass rose. Elegant writing desk with pull-out writing surface, inlaid on the top with a compass rose. Louis XVI style desk veneered in walnut with maple and dark walnut fillets. The pull-out drawer is covered with leather. On the top, there is a fine inlay with the compass rose. Origin: Veneto Period: late 1700s requires servicing Measurements: L. 111 cm (approximately 43.7 inches) - D. 58 cm (approximately 22.8 inches) - H. 80 cm (approximately 31.5 inches) (OSR)- 00 No. 13016
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 43.71 in (111 cm)Depth: 22.84 in (58 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1790
  • Condition:
    Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Cesena, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6294239146092

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