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18th Century Italian Baroque Inlaid Walnut Drop-Front Secretary Desk / Commode

$5,955
$8,50029% Off
£4,554.53
£6,501.0129% Off
€5,212.21
€7,439.7629% Off
CA$8,475.60
CA$12,097.8329% Off
A$9,176.60
A$13,098.4329% Off
CHF 4,878.78
CHF 6,963.8329% Off
MX$110,676.18
MX$157,976.0729% Off
NOK 61,353.38
NOK 87,574.1029% Off
SEK 57,198.83
SEK 81,64429% Off
DKK 38,928.60
DKK 55,565.5929% Off

About the Item

18th Century Italian Baroque Inlaid Walnut Drop-Front Secretary Desk / Commode, Antique Italian Inlaid Walnut Bureau, Baroque Drop-Front Secretary, A traditional 18th-century Italian desk commode from the Piemonte region, finely crafted from solid walnut and embellished with elegant inlaid scrollwork. This beautifully proportioned bureau combines the function of a writing desk with the storage capacity of a commode, making it both practical and architecturally refined. Baroque, Italian Louis XV style. The slant-front drop-leaf writing surface opens to reveal a fitted interior with multiple compartments and five small drawers, ideal for organizing documents and personal items. The façade features a graceful wavy front, three deep storage drawers, and original period-style hardware. Beneath, the piece stands on sturdy, shaped feet typical of northern Italian cabinet making of the era. Its warm walnut tones, intricate marquetry, and flowing scrolled decoration make this 18th-century Italian bureau suitable for a bedroom, study, or any elegant interior. It remains in very good antique condition, showing an attractive patina consistent with age and use. Measurements: With drop-leaf open: 32 1/2 in. deep A refined and highly functional example of Piemonte craftsmanship—both decorative and useful as a writing desk, storage cabinet, or statement furniture piece. 18th Century Italian Baroque Inlaid Walnut Drop-Front Secretary Desk / Commode, Antique Italian Inlaid Walnut Bureau, Baroque Drop-Front Secretary, 18th Century Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Walnut Slant-Front Desk Commode, 18th Century Italian Walnut Secretary Desk with Floral Marquetry and Drawers, Baroque Italian Inlaid Walnut Slant-Front Writing Bureau, 18th Century, Italian Marquetry Walnut Drop-Front Desk with Drawers, 18th Century Baroque. Antique Italian Inlaid Walnut Writing Cabinet / Secretary, 18th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.63 in (93.05 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760-80
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4082118871652

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