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C19th Marquetry Bureau De Dame.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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C19th Marquetry Bureau De Dame.

19th century
Description

This exquisite 19th-century Louis XV style bureau de dame exemplifies the elegance of the period, featuring intricate marquetry inlay across its entire surface. The desk is crowned with an inset leather top, offering both functionality and sophistication. Elaborate foliate inlays adorn the body, showcasing the artisan’s skill and attention to detail.

It includes five spacious mahogany-lined drawers, each fitted with delicate rococo-style gilded ormolu mounts that enhance its luxurious appeal. The elegance extends to the gracefully curved cabriole legs, which provide both stability and a touch of fluidity to the design. This piece not only serves as a functional writing desk but also stands as a stunning decorative element, making it a perfect addition to any refined interior space. It embodies the charm and craftsmanship of the Louis XV style, promising to be a treasured heirloom for generations.

Batch 87. N/H

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Marquetry Bureau De Dame to the 19th Century.

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SA1219615
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SKU00002730
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Description
This exquisite 19th-century Louis XV style bureau de dame exemplifies the elegance of the period, featuring intricate marquetry inlay across its entire surface. The desk is crowned with an inset leather top, offering both functionality and sophistication. Elaborate foliate inlays adorn the body, showcasing the artisan’s skill and attention to detail.
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It includes five spacious mahogany-lined drawers, each fitted with delicate rococo-style gilded ormolu mounts that enhance its luxurious appeal.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

The elegance extends to the gracefully curved cabriole legs, which provide both stability and a touch of fluidity to the design. This piece not only serves as a functional writing desk but also stands as a stunning decorative element, making it a perfect addition to any refined interior space. It embodies the charm and craftsmanship of the Louis XV style, promising to be a treasured heirloom for generations.

Batch 87. N/H

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Marquetry Bureau De Dame to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1219615
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002730
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs.
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Archive I A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs.

C19th Marquetry Bureau De Dame.

Archive II A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs. View IX
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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East Sussex
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs.
C19th Marquetry Bureau De Dame.
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A 19th-century French Rococo Revival marquetry bureau de dame featuring floral timber inlays, serpentine edges, leather inset top, and gilt-bronze mounts on cabriole legs.
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A bureau de dame is a compact writing table designed specifically for personal correspondence, originating in 18th-century France during the Louis XV period. These tables feature curved cabriole legs, serpentine edges, and detailed decorative timber veneers or marquetry.

Cabinetmakers utilised exotic timber veneers such as rosewood, kingwood, tulipwood, and satinwood laid over a hardwood or softwood frame. Decorative accents typically included cast gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts and tool-embossed leather writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail construction on the drawers, hand-chased bronze mounts, and natural age-related patination across timber surfaces. Examination of the underside and drawer linings usually reveals historic hand-sawing marks and hand-planed timber.

Position the bureau in an alcove, bedroom corner, or reception space as a focal statement piece paired with a low-profile chair. Contrast the detailed marquetry and gilding against neutral wall finishes and minimal, modern decorative items.

Keep timber surfaces away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and humidity fluctuations to prevent veneer movement or lifting. Dust metal mounts with a dry soft brush, avoiding liquid polishes that can degrade surrounding timber finishes.
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