Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Writing Desk With Ormolu Mounts

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A beautifully detailed French Louis XV style writing desk featuring warm wood veneers, floral marquetry inlay, cabriole legs, and ornate … Read more A beautifully detailed French Louis XV style writing desk featuring warm wood veneers, floral marquetry inlay, cabriole legs, and ornate gilt bronze ormolu mounts. The top is richly inlaid with scrolling floral decoration, while the shaped front includes three small drawers with delicate brass pulls.
The desk opens to reveal a green leather writing surface and a fitted interior with small drawers, making it both decorative and functional. Elegant curved legs, a serpentine apron, and gilt bronze sabots give the piece a graceful old-world presence.
A charming statement piece for a bedroom, study, entryway, library, or layered interior — perfect as a writing desk, vanity, or decorative accent table.
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use, including age-related surface wear, patina, and some imperfections. Green writing surface shows minor signs of use.

H 34” W 32” D 17.5” See less