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French gilt bronze and marquetry writing secretaire

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
French gilt bronze and marquetry writing secretaire
French, late 19th Century
Height 132.5cm, width 91cm, depth 66cm

This elegant secretaire, or writing desk, is a fine piece of nineteenth-century French craftsmanship in the older style of Louis XV. The secretaire is of traditional form, raised on four cabriole legs connected with two shelves. The legs support the body of the secretaire, the front of which opens to reveal various compartments and shelves. The surfaces throughout are delicately adorned with floral marquetry in variously coloured woods. The front two feet are finished with gilt bronze foliate sabots, while the keyhole to the front of the body features a gilt bronze frame.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Wood, marquetry, ormolu.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Louis XV
Dealer Reference #:	11948
Incollect Reference #:	540200

Dimensions

W.	35.83 in;	H.	52.17 in;	D.	25.98 in;
W.	91 cm;	H.	132.5 cm;	D.	66 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.