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Crafted in Paris, France, circa 1870 in the style of Francois Linke and built of walnut , the large antique … Read more Crafted in Paris, France, circa 1870 in the style of Francois Linke and built of walnut , the large antique desk stands on elegant cabriole legs decorated at the shoulder with bronze figural floral decorations, and ending with gilt bronze sabots at the bottom. The large table has a serpentine shaped and irregular top dressed with inset green embossed leather writing surface and bronze banding around the edges, embellished with bronze medallions on each corner. The bureau with scalloped apron and ormolu bronze mounts, is dressed with three carved frieze drawers to one side and three masked drawers to the back side; each drawer is embellished with parquetry veneer decor, dressed with intricate bronze handles. The desk, similar to the one used at the Treaty of Versailles in 1919, is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use and adorns a rich walnut patina and exquisite bronze dore embellishments. Place this unique desk in a man's office or study for the ultimate Louis XV elegance. Height from the floor to the drawer : 24.80in. See less
- Dimensions
- 82.29ʺW × 34.45ʺD × 33.08ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XVI
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Leather
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Good Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. less
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