FB Antiques has dated this French Satinwood Writing Desk to the Victorian era.
Item Code: 1051A
Elegant and refined, this petite writing desk exudes charm and sophistication, perfect for use as a dressing or writing table in a refined interior.
Raised on tapered legs with cast sabots and trailing floral mounts, the piece features an upper cabinet flanked by classical urn appliqués, a shaped brass gallery, and gilt embellishments throughout. Below, a frieze drawer with central escutcheon opens to reveal a fitted writing surface with an internal velvet-lined compartment. The craftsmanship and gilded detailing are of high quality, showcasing both French artistry and neoclassical influence.
Compact and beautifully proportioned, this piece would suit a dressing room, boudoir, or well-appointed study.
Key Features:
French, 19th century
Figured satinwood with fine ormolu mounts
Shaped galleried top and classical appliqués
Upper cabinet with internal storage
Single frieze drawer with writing slide
Tapered legs with gilt bronze mounts and sabots
Louis XVI neoclassical style
Attractive patina and finely detailed metalwork
In very good antique condition with minor wear
Dimensions:
Height: 104 cm
Width: 50 cm
Depth: 39 cm
A sophisticated and charming writing table or lady’s desk, ideal for elegant interiors with a taste for French decorative style.
FB Antiques has dated this French Satinwood Writing Desk to the Victorian era.
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