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An elegant center desk (bureau plat) from the Neoclassical era (Louis XVI style), attributable to the Southern Italian cabinetmaking scene …
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An elegant center desk (bureau plat) from the Neoclassical era (Louis XVI style), attributable to the Southern Italian cabinetmaking scene (Neapolitan or Sicilian) of the late 18th century.
The piece features the typical architectural and rigorous structure of the period, resting on four truncated pyramid legs that elongate the figure. The front panel is enhanced by a central open compartment flanked by four side drawers (two on each side) and a larger central drawer.
The most valuable element is the inlay and veneer (marquetry) in various precious woods (boxwood, rosewood, rosewood). The upper surface, finished with a double geometric perimeter frame, features a large quadrilobed diamond-shaped rosette in the center, which is also repeated with great perspective consistency on the sides.
Technical Details
Period: Late 18th century (full Neoclassical/Louis XVI period)
Origin: Southern Italy (Neapolitan/Sicilian area)
Wood and Inlays: Rosewood, rosewood, boxwood binding
Type: Center-finished writing desk / writing table
Finish: Traditional spirit/shellac polish
Condition: Excellent condition, restored respecting the patina and period features.
Dimensions: 117 x 66 cm, height 82 cm.
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- Dimensions
- 46.06ʺW × 25.98ʺD × 32.28ʺH
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Rosewood
- Condition
- Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
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