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A Very Rare Pair of Bureau Plat
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
for sale €9,945     $10,795
£8,500
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

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A Very Rare Pair of Bureau Plat

19th century
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A very rare pair of bureau plat, in satinwood and rosewood with ormolu mounts, moldings and feet. This fine quality pair of writing tables are raised on cabriole legs with acanthus sabots and castors and above are drawers, with polished mahogany linings, and dummy drawers to the reverse. The tops are triple banded and have ormolu moldings and inset green leather writing surfaces. In very good and original condition. 750mm high, 1100mm wide and 640mm deep. English. Circa 1860.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated these Pair French Bureau Plat Desks to the 1860s.

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A very rare pair of bureau plat, in satinwood and rosewood with ormolu mounts, moldings and feet.
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This fine quality pair of writing tables are raised on cabriole legs with acanthus sabots and castors and above are drawers, with polished mahogany linings, and dummy drawers to the reverse.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

The tops are triple banded and have ormolu moldings and inset green leather writing surfaces. In very good and original condition. 750mm high, 1100mm wide and 640mm deep. English. Circa 1860.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated these Pair French Bureau Plat Desks to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186451
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A pair of Louis XV style bureau plat writing desks featuring satinwood marquetry, green leather tops, cabriole legs, and elaborate gilt-bronze mounts.
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Archive I A pair of Louis XV style bureau plat writing desks featuring satinwood marquetry, green leather tops, cabriole legs, and elaborate gilt-bronze mounts.

A Very Rare Pair Of Bureau Plat

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A pair of Louis XV style bureau plat writing desks featuring satinwood marquetry, green leather tops, cabriole legs, and elaborate gilt-bronze mounts.
A Very Rare Pair Of Bureau Plat
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A pair of Louis XV style bureau plat writing desks featuring satinwood marquetry, green leather tops, cabriole legs, and elaborate gilt-bronze mounts.
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A bureau plat is a French flat-topped writing table that originated during the late 17th century, characterised by a long rectangular surface, frieze drawers, and sculpted legs.

Traditional construction relies on fine hardwood veneers such as kingwood, tulipwood, or satinwood, often adorned with gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts and a tool-embossed leather writing surface.

Authentic period pieces typically feature hand-cut joinery, bronze casting marks, stamps from master cabinetmakers (ebenistes), and natural wear to the underside frame and drawer runners.

Positioning these desks symmetrically in a home office, library, or drawing room creates an anchor point that contrasts with modern minimalist art and tailored upholstered seating.

Dust gilt-bronze mounts regularly with a soft dry brush without chemical cleaners, and apply dedicated leather conditioner occasionally to the inset top to prevent drying and cracking.
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