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A charming late 18th-century French Louis XVI provincial petite writing table, dating to circa 1790, crafted in richly patinated walnut. …
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A charming late 18th-century French Louis XVI provincial petite writing table, dating to circa 1790, crafted in richly patinated walnut. The compact rectangular top retains an authentically aged surface with extensive natural wear, historic marks, and character accumulated over centuries.
The table is distinguished by its finely carved frieze, incorporating floral rosette and foliate ornament with traces of gilt highlighting, supported by four square, tapering legs deeply fluted in the characteristic Louis XVI manner. The architectural treatment of the leg capitals and carved apron demonstrates the refined Neoclassical vocabulary of the period while retaining the robust, individual character associated with provincial French craftsmanship.
The single drawer provides useful storage while maintaining the table's elegant, restrained proportions. The hand-worked construction, irregularities, historic repairs, and naturally distressed surface contribute substantially to its authenticity and antique character.
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- Dimensions
- 29.75ʺW × 16ʺD × 26.5ʺH
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Presented in authentic antique condition with extensive age-related wear and surface patina consistent with its late 18th-century age and use. … morePresented in authentic antique condition with extensive age-related wear and surface patina consistent with its late 18th-century age and use. The walnut surfaces display numerous old scratches, abrasions, small dents, discolorations, and areas of finish wear throughout, contributing to the table's historic character. The rectangular top exhibits additional age-related marks, staining, surface irregularities, and areas of wear. The carved frieze and fluted legs retain their original carved detail with expected minor losses, abrasions, and wear to the carved and gilt-accented decoration. The table has evidence of historic wood-insect activity, including old inactive wormholes and associated surface losses. Historic repairs and construction irregularities are present. The drawer shows appropriate age-related wear from use and retains its period character. The table remains structurally sound and stable. No significant restoration or refinishing has been undertaken that would compromise the naturally aged appearance. As with any antique of this age, additional minor imperfections, separations, shrinkage, and irregularities consistent with age and hand construction may be present. Overall, the condition is consistent with an authentic late 18th-century French provincial piece and preserves an attractive, naturally aged antique patina. less
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