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Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk
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Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk

1920 - 1940
Sold 10 October 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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An absolutely stunning antique French inlaid marquetry knee hole desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is a lovely petite size, and is of outstanding quality. There is profuse floral inlaid marquetry of various woods on all sides, including the back and top. There are amazing bronze ormolu mounts, and a beautiful brass rim around the top edge. This has a good amount of storage space and is beautifully finished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.

This is in very good original condition, we have had it re-polished, there is only some extremely minor wear here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 37 inches , 94 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 60 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 14 inches , 36 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique French Marquetry Desk to the 1930s.

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SA1122392
Dealers Internal Reference
9883
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Description
An absolutely stunning antique French inlaid marquetry knee hole desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is a lovely petite size, and is of outstanding quality. There is profuse floral inlaid marquetry of various woods on all sides, including the back and top. There are amazing bronze ormolu mounts, and a beautiful brass rim around the top edge.

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This has a good amount of storage space and is beautifully finished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique French kneehole desk featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, curved cabriole legs, and ornate brass ormolu mounts along the edges and corners.
fig 1. Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk

This is in very good original condition, we have had it re-polished, there is only some extremely minor wear here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 37 inches , 94 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 60 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 14 inches , 36 cm

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique French Marquetry Desk to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122392
Dealers Internal Ref
9883
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique French kneehole desk featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, curved cabriole legs, and ornate brass ormolu mounts along the edges and corners.
Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk
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An antique French kneehole desk featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, curved cabriole legs, and ornate brass ormolu mounts along the edges and corners.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleFrench Country House
  • MaterialWalnut, Marquetry, Brass, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Cabriole legs, Kneehole configuration
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

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French marquetry furniture gained prominence during the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly under the reign of Louis XIV through Louis XVI, showcasing intricate wood veneer patterns applied to carcase furniture.

These pieces typically employ a carcase of native or exotic hardwoods veneered with contrasting timber species such as walnut, kingwood, and rosewood, often accented with gilt-bronze or brass mounts.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-cut wood veneers with natural ageing variations, traditional hand-cut dovetail joinery in the drawer construction, and period-appropriate metal mounts fixed with hand-threaded screws.

An antique desk can serve as a focal point in a contemporary study or living room by pairing it with minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern design.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and periodically applying traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone-based polishes.
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