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Mayfair Gallery
39 South Audley Street
London W1K 2PP , England
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Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted writing desk by Poteau
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Description
Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted writing desk by Poteau
French, late 19th Century
Height 78cm, width 180cm, depth 87cm
This beautiful Louis XV style writing desk is raised on four cabriole leg, each finished with a gilt bronze paw foot and mounted at the top with a gilt bronze female figure—a decidedly Rococo touch. The wide, leather topped desk surface is bounded by a gilt bronze moulding, while the apron below is inset with three drawers, each drawer finished with parquetry and mounted with gilt bronze.
The lock plate of the largest drawer is stamped ‘E. POTEAU Rue de Turenne, 59. PARIS’. - More Information
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Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |
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