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French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

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French Directoire Style Painted Desk by John Widdicomb

Item Details

Description

A creme peinte bureau plat in the style of French Directoire, circa 1960s, the wood top in natural finish over a frieze fitted with three drawers and decorated with parcel-gilt banding, supported on square-tapering fluted legs ending in castors.

Stamped John Widdicomb inside the drawer.

Documentation: Signed

Origin: United States

Period: 1950-1979

Materials: Wood.

Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use.

Creation Date: 1960

Styles / Movements: Louis XVI

Dimensions

W.

46 in;

H.

29.25 in;

D.

27 in;

W.

116.84 cm;

H.

74.3 cm;

D.

68.58 cm;

Reserve: $2,763.00

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