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Fine Quality Inlaid Marquetry Petite Louis XVI Mahogany Secretary Desk
$3,995
£3,042.11
€3,502.91
CA$5,661.27
A$6,089.50
CHF 3,254.41
MX$71,777.88
NOK 41,030.45
SEK 37,509.61
DKK 26,172.63
About the Item
This exquisite French Louis XVI secretary desk embodies the refined elegance and timeless craftsmanship of 18th-century design. Beautifully constructed in mahogany with intricate marquetry inlay, the piece showcases a harmonious blend of symmetry, proportion, and neoclassical artistry. The upper cabinet features paneled tambour doors adorned with gilt bronze mounts, opening to reveal a fitted interior for writing essentials. Below, the writing surface rests above multiple drawers, each decorated with diamond-pattern parquetry veneers and finely cast ormolu pulls, offering both utility and sophistication. Tapered legs with bronze sabots and ornate corner mounts further enhance its classical allure.
Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs of fine French antiques, this Louis XVI secretary demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, from the warm patina of the wood to the delicate gilt embellishments. Its compact form makes it versatile for use in refined living rooms, studies, or elegant entryways. A true testament to French artistry, this antique secretary desk combines practicality with decorative luxury, making it a rare and highly desirable piece for any distinguished interior.
Measure 46.75 tall x 25.25 wide x 14.75 deep
- Dimensions:Height: 46.75 in (118.75 cm)Width: 25.25 in (64.14 cm)Depth: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor signs of age and wear nicks, scuffs and sigs of use. Nothing significant.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091346374992
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