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French 19th Century Mahogany Petite Writing Desk

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
Dimensions: 29 ¾” H x 42” W x 24 ⅜” D

A French 19th century leather-topped mahogany writing desk, designed in the Directoire taste for refined proportions & materials. The vermilion leather surface is worn to a mottled hue (please see the detailed images) and outlined in gold tooling around the edge in foliate motif. One shallow pen drawer occupies the case, using tiny ring pulls to open and accented with a keyhole escutcheon; however no lock is present. Four svelte legs taper elegantly down to the floor ending in brass sabot feet. At home or in an office, this vintage desk will be a pleasure to work from. Cleaned, tightened, and polished with a French paste wax, ready to join your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.

Apron clearance: 24 ¾”

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass, Carved, Leather, Mahogany, turned, Tooling.
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1800's
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	4101-5
Incollect Reference #:	815255

Dimensions

W.	42 in;	H.	29.75 in;	D.	24.375 in;
W.	106.68 cm;	H.	75.57 cm;	D.	61.91 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.