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Large 19th Century French Fruitwood Occasional Writing Desk
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

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Large 19th Century French Fruitwood Occasional Writing Desk

19th century
Description

19th century French fruitwood writing desk with six drawers.

One central drawer in the main desk, with five drawers on the back of the desk. The two base drawers each side are false but can act as secret storage accessed by taking out the drawer above.

This French desk is in good condition, with some general wear in keeping with its age.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this French Fruitwood Writing Desk to the 1890s.

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SA1191670
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We are based in North Dorset, England and have been trading in antiques and decorative art for over 30 years. We exhibit at all the major antique and decorative fairs across the UK , specialising in 19th and 20th Century European sculpture, including the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period, English and French mirrors , decorative French furniture and lighting.

We pride ourselves on offering an excellent customer service and use a specialist transport company for all our deliveries to ensure an efficient and safe delivery of all purchases. If you need any help or advice on any of our items please feel free to contact us by telephone or email.

Description
19th century French fruitwood writing desk with six drawers.

One central drawer in the main desk, with five drawers on the back of the desk.

The two base drawers each side are false but can act as secret storage accessed by taking out the drawer above.
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

This French desk is in good condition, with some general wear in keeping with its age.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this French Fruitwood Writing Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191670
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer.
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Archive I A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer.

Large 19th Century French Fruitwood Occasional Writing Desk

Archive II A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer. View VI
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Items For Sale 94
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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Verified Since Nov 2012
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A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer.
Large 19th century French Fruitwood Occasional Writing Desk
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A 19th-century French fruitwood writing desk featuring a tiered superstructure with small drawers, a central open niche, a shaped top gallery, and a frieze drawer.
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Popularised in 18th and 19th-century France, these writing desks feature a flat surface accompanied by a raised superstructure containing small drawers or open compartments.

French provincial cabinetmakers frequently utilised native hardwoods including fruitwood, walnut, cherry, and oak, joining timber with traditional hand-cut joinery.

Authentic pieces display historical indications of craftsmanship such as hand-planed timber surfaces, hand-cut dovetail joints, and natural wear patterns along drawer knobs and surfaces.

Position the desk against a feature wall or within a window alcove, pairing it with neutral upholstery or contemporary seating to contrast against the warm timber tones.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and apply clear beeswax polish periodically to preserve the timber finish.
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