French Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top in the Style of Louis XVI

$4,200.00

An elegant French Louis XVI style writing desk featuring an inset, embossed chestnut brown leather top with a hand applied gold leaf trim. This desk has two extendable leaves, which pull-out from the sides of the desk, providing additional surface space. It has a stained wood frame with patinated brass detailing and two drawers, which retain their original keys. Four tapered, fluted legs with brass sabots complete this piece. Unmarked. Sourced in France, 20th Century.

DIMENSIONS: 35.5"W x 21.5"D x 29.5"H

ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS: 55.5”W with wings extended

ORIGIN: France

PERIOD: 20th Century

MATERIALS: Wood,Leather

CONDITION: Good vintage condition. A beautiful patina to the inset leather tabletop, including ring marks and areas of discoloration, which are concentrated on the back left corner. Wear to the wooden frame includes minor marks, scratches and indentations throughout. Minor paint loss along the edges of the tabletop. Patina to the brass detailing and sabots. Retains two original keys.

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French Writing Desk with Embossed Leather Top in the Style of Louis XVI

An elegant French Louis XVI style writing desk featuring an inset, embossed chestnut brown leather top with a hand applied gold leaf trim. This desk has two extendable leaves, which pull-out from the sides of the desk, providing additional surface space. It has a stained wood frame with patinated brass detailing and two drawers, which retain their original keys. Four tapered, fluted legs with brass sabots complete this piece. Unmarked. Sourced in France, 20th Century.

Dimensions
Width: 35.5"
Depth: 21.5"
Height: 29.5"
Additional Dimensions: 55.5”W with wings extended
Origin: France
Period: 20th Century
Materials: Wood,Leather
Condition
Good vintage condition. A beautiful patina to the inset leather tabletop, including ring marks and areas of discoloration, which are concentrated on the back left corner. Wear to the wooden frame includes minor marks, scratches and indentations throughout. Minor paint loss along the edges of the tabletop. Patina to the brass detailing and sabots. Retains two original keys.

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