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Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800

$5,144.91
$6,431.1420% Off
£3,840.92
£4,801.1520% Off
€4,336
€5,42020% Off
CA$7,147.84
CA$8,934.7920% Off
A$7,688.52
A$9,610.6520% Off
CHF 4,108.97
CHF 5,136.2120% Off
MX$90,625.74
MX$113,282.1720% Off
NOK 51,804.46
NOK 64,755.5820% Off
SEK 47,359.11
SEK 59,198.8920% Off
DKK 33,045.19
DKK 41,306.4920% Off

About the Item

Directoire cylinder desk with a book case on top, France 1800, mahogany veneer. The desk has its original brass fittings. The leather on the writing surface is original as well. The surface of the desk can be carefully refinished, without touching the original patina. The additional costs for the restoration are EUR 2000
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75.6 in (192 cm)Width: 38.19 in (97 cm)Depth: 21.66 in (55 cm)
  • Style:
    Directoire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In original condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Leimen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9045245869412

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