A sophisticated Louis XV style bureau plat, or writing desk, featuring a rich kingwood veneer with intricate parquetry. The desk is adorned with ornate gilt bronze mounts, including sabots, escutcheons, and rococo-style applied ornamentation along the apron and legs. It is fitted with a black leather writing surface, bordered by a gilt-tooled edge. The desk stands on elegant cabriole legs, further enhanced with bronze mounts. Three drawers are suggested by the front apron design. This piece exhibits classic French provincial elegance and craftsmanship, indicative of early to mid-20th-century reproductions of 18th-century designs.

Dimensions:
Height 30, Width 48, Depth 28 inches
Weight 70 lbs

Condition:
Good, with wear consistent with age and use. The leather top shows some scuffs and discoloration, and the wood veneer has minor imperfections. Gilt bronze mounts show some oxidation and patination.

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• Low Estimate: 800.00
• High Estimate: 1500.00