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French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau
Canonbury Antiques
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French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau

1900 - 1920
Description

Stunning antique French roll top desk in the Louis XVI manner

Main structure of desk is in kingwood with exotic fruit inlays

Ormolu fixtures are also original and well cast

Desk opens out to reveal all the cubby holes, drawers and the leather finished writing surface which pulls out further to expand space

Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

We date this desk to circa 1920

Antiques Herts showroom, just 25 minutes north of London

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

We ship to every corner of the planet - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All our measurements are of the widest and tallest dimension

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

49 (124) x 28 (71) x 50 (127)

Physical Dimensions
Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Roll Top Desk to the 1920s.

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SA1182421
Description
Stunning antique French roll top desk in the Louis XVI manner

Main structure of desk is in kingwood with exotic fruit inlays

Ormolu fixtures are also original and well cast

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Desk opens out to reveal all the cubby holes, drawers and the leather finished writing surface which pulls out further to expand space.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 1. A French roll top desk featuring intricate marquetry inlays, a pierced brass gallery trim, side mounts, and cabriole legs ending in metal sabots.
fig 1. French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau

Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets

We date this desk to circa 1920

Antiques Herts showroom, just 25 minutes north of London

Offered in great shape ready for home use right away

fig 2. A French roll top desk featuring intricate marquetry inlays, a pierced brass gallery trim, side mounts, and cabriole legs ending in metal sabots.
fig 2. French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau

We ship to every corner of the planet - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All our measurements are of the widest and tallest dimension

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

49 (124) x 28 (71) x 50 (127)

Height
127cm (50.00")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Roll Top Desk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182421
Canonbury Antiques
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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Archive I A French roll top desk featuring intricate marquetry inlays, a pierced brass gallery trim, side mounts, and cabriole legs ending in metal sabots.

French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau

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A French roll top desk featuring intricate marquetry inlays, a pierced brass gallery trim, side mounts, and cabriole legs ending in metal sabots.
French Roll Top Desk Louis XVI Inlay Bureau
Ref: SA1182421
A French roll top desk featuring intricate marquetry inlays, a pierced brass gallery trim, side mounts, and cabriole legs ending in metal sabots.
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Originating in 18th-century France, the cylinder bureau or roll top desk is characterised by its curved wooden shutter that slides back to reveal internal writing compartments. The style frequently incorporates detailed floral or geometric marquetry, curved cabriole legs, and decorative bronze or brass fitments.

Cabinetmakers traditionally built the primary frame from woods such as oak or pine, applying fine veneers of exotic woods including walnut, kingwood, rosewood, and tulipwood. Cast gilt bronze, ormolu, or brass were used for the gallery trim, handles, and corner mounts.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand joinery, such as hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, natural timber patination, and irregular casting details on metal mounts. The marquetry inlays should sit flush against the veneer without wide, modern synthetic glue gaps.

A decorative bureau serves as a functional focal point when placed in a home office, hallway, or living room alcove. Pairing the detailed wooden surface with minimalist lighting or modern artwork creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary styling.

Position the furniture away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp areas to prevent veneer lifting or wood movement. Dust regularly with a soft cloth, apply high-grade beeswax periodically along the grain, and clean metal mounts gently without using abrasive chemical cleaners.
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