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Rare Louis XV Style Bureau Plat, After a Model by J. Dubois, France, Circa 1880

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A rare double-side Louis XV style flat desk, made of veneered wood, opening with three drawers decorated with a beautiful flower motif end-cut wood marquetry. With fine chased and gilded bronze enrichments made of rococo motifs. Topped with a tooled red leather writing surface. Raised on four ormolu-mounted cabriole legs. Made after the famous 18th century model known as the “Choiseul desk” made by Jacques Dubois (1693-1763) circa 1750 for the Château du Raincy. Now preserved at the Paris Louvre Museum (OA 6083).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 72.05 in (183 cm)Depth: 37.8 in (96 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 511/51stDibs: LU3860316909611
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