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18th Century Serpentine Bow Front Butler s Desk or Bureau Desk

$11,069.63

£8,231.65

€9,250

CA$15,193.31

A$16,595.76

CHF 8,784.63

MX$199,506.98

NOK 111,665.27

SEK 102,135.82

DKK 70,471.44

About the Item

This is a beautiful example of a "Butler's Desk" which was used in the 18th and 19th centuries by the head servant of a household. Basically a bureau combined with a standing desk, clothing and personal items could be stored in lower drawers and important papers and records would be kept in the desk, which closes up and slides into the body of the bureau when not in use. This piece is in particularly fine shape, exhibiting rich wood grain and a sliding desk mechanism that works perfectly.

Dimensions:
Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 51.19 in (130 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Walnut
Place of Origin:
Spain
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Madrid, ES
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3306110560093

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