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French Louis Xvi Style Writing Table, Circa 1890
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
for sale €6,786     $7,366
£5,800
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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French Louis Xvi Style Writing Table, Circa 1890

19th century
Description

A very good quality late 19th Century French Mahogany bureau plat in the style of Louis XVI.

Having an inset leather top, a frieze drawer, gilded ormolu mounts and raised on elegant cabriole legs, terminating in scrolling ormolu feet.

Batch 80 MF UYZZN

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mounted Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1083315
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00002320
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Description
A very good quality late 19th Century French Mahogany bureau plat in the style of Louis XVI.
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Having an inset leather top, a frieze drawer, gilded ormolu mounts and raised on elegant cabriole legs, terminating in scrolling ormolu feet.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Batch 80 MF UYZZN

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Ormolu Mounted Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1083315
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002320
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Patrick Moorhead Antiques Profile Page

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Patrick Moorhead Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A French style writing table featuring a leather inset top, serpentine marquetry apron, ornate ormolu mounts, and cabriole legs.
French Louis XVI style writing table, circa 1890
Ref: SA1083315
A French style writing table featuring a leather inset top, serpentine marquetry apron, ornate ormolu mounts, and cabriole legs.
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French writing tables, often referred to as bureau plats, developed during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries and are recognised by their flat writing surface, frieze drawers, and ornate metal mounts. Styles range from the symmetrical classicism of Louis XVI designs to the curving lines and cabriole legs of the Rococo period.

These tables typically feature fine hardwood frames veneered with exotic timbers such as kingwood, rosewood, or tulipwood arranged in parquetry patterns. Surfaces often include tool-gilded leather writing pads, complemented by cast gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts for decorative protection.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut joinery, original gilded bronze hardware with detailed chasing, and natural wear patterns on the veneer and writing surface. Construction details such as oak drawer linings and hand-carved elements further indicate traditional craftsmanship.

A French writing table serves as a statement piece in modern home offices, living rooms, or foyers when placed against minimalist backdrops. Pairing the rich woodwork and gilt details with contemporary lighting or clean-lined seating creates a sophisticated visual contrast.

Dust wood surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly to preserve the timber finish. The leather inset should be kept away from direct sunlight and treated periodically with a specialised leather conditioner to prevent drying and cracking.
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