French Early 19th Century Desk with Leather Top
$3,995.00
SKU: 4692-5
Dimension: 29"H x 63.50"W x 27.13"D
Dimensions: 29” H x 63 ½” W x 27 ⅛” D
A handsome French desk or “bureau plat” dating to the early-mid 19th century. Generous in scale, it features a writing surface covered by a camel-tone leather enhanced by delicate gold tooling in Neoclassical palmette and scrolling motifs. Note the leather is well-patinated to a mottled complexion blending tan and patches of olive, see the image gallery for more information. The case of six drawers is grouped into four columns: two drawers on the far left, a wide drawer above a narrow opening where one would sit to write, a deep drawer disguised as two drawer fronts, and a stack of two drawers to the far right. At some point in time the original locks have been replaced by small turned knobs. Four, elegantly turned and fluted legs balance the mass of the table for a sense of inviting lightness whether floating or against a wall. The backside is minimally finished at present. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to be ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
Apron clearance: 19 ½” H
Chair opening: 23 ¼” H x 20” W
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Dimensions: 29” H x 63 ½” W x 27 ⅛” D
A handsome French desk or “bureau plat” dating to the early-mid 19th century. Generous in scale, it features a writing surface covered by a camel-tone leather enhanced by delicate gold tooling in Neoclassical palmette and scrolling motifs. Note the leather is well-patinated to a mottled complexion blending tan and patches of olive, see the image gallery for more information. The case of six drawers is grouped into four columns: two drawers on the far left, a wide drawer above a narrow opening where one would sit to write, a deep drawer disguised as two drawer fronts, and a stack of two drawers to the far right. At some point in time the original locks have been replaced by small turned knobs. Four, elegantly turned and fluted legs balance the mass of the table for a sense of inviting lightness whether floating or against a wall. The backside is minimally finished at present. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to be ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
Apron clearance: 19 ½” H
Chair opening: 23 ¼” H x 20” W
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| Dimensions | 27.13 × 63.50 × 29 in |
|---|---|
| Age | Antique / Vintage |
| Condition | Good |
| Date of Manufacture | 1800s |
| Materials | Leather, turned, Walnut, Hand-Carved, Hand-Crafted |
| Period | |
| Place of Origin | |
| Style |
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