Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Kingwood Bureau Plat to the 19th Century.
Constructed from richly figured kingwood veneers, the desk is decorated throughout with striking geometric parquetry and chevron-patterned inlay, creating a wonderful depth of colour and visual interest.
The graceful cabriole legs are richly mounted with scrolling ormolu mounts and terminate in decorative sabots, enhancing the desk's sophisticated Louis XV silhouette. Every angle demonstrates the quality and attention to detail expected from high-end French furniture of this period.
The shaped top retains its original inset writing surface, bordered by elegant kingwood crossbanding and a finely cast ormolu gallery. A practical central drawer provides useful storage, making the piece equally suited as a writing desk, bureau plat, study desk, library table or statement occasional table.
Highly sought after by collectors and interior designers, original French kingwood bureau plats continue to represent excellent long-term investments due to their craftsmanship, decorative appeal and increasing rarity.
Presented in good antique condition with characterful age-related wear. The original writing surface shows wear commensurate with age and can be professionally replaced in a colour of your choice upon request.
Dimensions
Height 74cm Width 106cm Depth 65cm
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Kingwood Bureau Plat to the 19th Century.
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Antique French Kingwood Bureau Plat Writing Desk With Ormolu Mounts c.1880
