French two drawer bureau plat with brass moulds and parquetry inlaid top.

Circa 1900.

H 75cm (AH 63cm) x W 111cm x D 66cm

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Physical Dimensions

Height

72cm (28.35")

Width

111cm (43.70")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Declaration

D J Green Antiques has dated this Antique French Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1163556

Dealers Internal Reference

174625

Description

French two drawer bureau plat with brass moulds and parquetry inlaid top.

Circa 1900.

H 75cm (AH 63cm) x W 111cm x D 66cm

Please be in touch for an accurate shipping quote.

Physical Dimensions

Height

72cm (28.35")

Width

111cm (43.70")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Date of Manufacture

D J Green Antiques has dated this Antique French Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1163556

Dealers Internal Ref

174625

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D J Green Antiques

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S8 0XH
United Kingdom

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Originating in late 18th-century France, Louis XVI furniture is characterized by Neoclassical geometry, straight lines, fluted tapered legs, and subtle classical motifs inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity.

These desks were crafted using hardwood frames, often oak or pine, covered with fine timber veneers such as mahogany, tulipwood, or kingwood, and finished with gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts.

Look for hand-cut joinery, irregular thickness in hand-cut veneers, cast bronze mounts with hand-chased details, and natural wear or oxidisation on secondary drawer timbers.

Position the desk as a standalone central piece in a home library or workspace, paired with a contemporary desk chair or modern lighting to create an eclectic, curated aesthetic.

Clean French-polished wood surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and apply beeswax sparingly; avoid harsh brass cleaners on ormolu mounts to preserve the historic patina.