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19th Century French Empire Style Bronze Mounted Bureau Plat Writing Desk

Price:$3,000

About the Item

A handsome antique French gilt bronze mounted mixed wood bureau plat writing desk with warm dark patina. circa 1880 France, late 19th century, high quality hand crafted workmanship and solid wood construction, executed in Neoclassical inspired Napoleonic First Empire style, richly figured mahogany and walnut decorated with gilt bronze mounts, ending on intricately detailed cast bronze paw feet, a testament to the overall quality and rich character. Having a rectangular top with later inset green felt writing surface framed by wood border with molded edge and gilt bronze corner mounts, above two pull out slides with inset leather panels to extend the work surface while adding a touch of sophistication. Shaped kneehole surrounded by three dovetailed drawers, including one double front bankers box drawer, opening to reveal removable divided tray and concealed large secondary locking interior compartment meant for important document and valuables storage, all drawers locking with functional lockplate, brilliantly gilded escutcheons, and original keys included. The opposing side affixed with four faux drawer-fronts in matching arrangement, raised on squared and tapered legs with cutout mounted gilded metal figural caryatid busts above and palmettes, a nod to Napoleon's Egyptian campaign, adding an artistic richness and historical depth to the whole. Dimensions: (approx) 30" High, 55" Wide, 29" Deep; Extended: 78" Wide Condition Report: Overall great antique condition, especially considering its almost 150 years old, enhanced by warm dark patina, original antique character marks and charm throughout. Evidence of old restorations, later felt surface with some darker areas, the frame with scattered minor nicks, scuffs, scratches, fissures and abrasions. Top right border with visible wooden dowel. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished patina, ready for immediate use and multi-generational enjoyment!

Dimensions:
Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 55 in (139.7 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)
Style:
Empire (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Bronze,Felt,Mahogany,Metal,Ormolu,Walnut,Wood,Cast,Gilt,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880
Condition:
Replacements made: Later green felt writing surface replacement that has some minor discoloration areas where felt has darker appearance. Not very noticeable. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall great antique condition w/warm dark patina character throughout. Evidence of old restorations, later felt surface w/some darker areas, whole w/scattered minor nicks, scuffs, scratches, fissures, abrasions, see photos about. Cleaned, waxed.
Seller Location:
Forney, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5977245494632

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