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A Louis XV Kingwood Bureau Plat with Gilt-Bronze Mounts

Origin

Italy

Period

18th Century

Materials

Kingwood and gilt-bronze mounts

Dimensions

W.	52.5 in;	H.	30.25 in;	D.	28.5 in;
W.	133.35 cm;	H.	76.84 cm;	D.	72.39 cm;

Condition

Excellent.

Creation Date

Mid-18th century

Description

A kingwood marquetry Louis XV bureau plat with gilt bronze mounts and cabriole legs, ending in gilt bronze sabots with acanthus leaf ornamentation; the original leather inset top bordered by bronze molding with four corners in gilt bronze mounts with cartouche shapes within which are three fleur de lis, and bordered by acanthus leaf motif. Waved apron with three frieze drawers, and three faux drawers to the reverse.

Styles / Movements

Baroque, Louis XV

Dealer Reference Number

DSV 18-32

Incollect Reference Number

178075