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Louis Xv Style Vernis Martin Bureau
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Louis Xv Style Vernis Martin Bureau

19th century
Description

Circa 1890, Louis XV style amaranth and Vernis Martin bureau, the three quarter brass gallery top above 3 short drawers and a cylinder top painted with a pastoral scene with a courting couple, opening to an interior fitted with compartments and drawers and plush lined writing surface, over a long frieze drawer, raised on square cabriole legs, with gilt metal mounts throughout.

Physical Dimensions
Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Vernis Martin Cylinder Desk to the 1890s.

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SA362255
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22348
Description
Circa 1890, Louis XV style amaranth and Vernis Martin bureau, the three quarter brass gallery top above 3 short drawers and a cylinder top painted with a pastoral scene with a courting couple, opening to an interior fitted with compartments and drawers and plush lined writing surface, over a long frieze drawer, raised on square cabriole legs, with gilt metal mounts throughout.
Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Vernis Martin Cylinder Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA362255
Dealers Internal Ref
22348
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A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.
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Archive I A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.

Louis XV Style Vernis Martin Bureau

Archive II A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View II
Archive III A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View III
Archive IV A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View IV
Archive V A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View V
Archive VI A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View VI
Archive VII A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View VII
Archive VIII A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View VIII
Archive IX A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. View IX
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A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.
Louis XV Style Vernis Martin Bureau
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A Louis XV style wooden cylinder bureau featuring hand-painted Vernis Martin panels, curved cabriole legs, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.
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A Louis XV Vernis Martin cylinder bureau is a French writing desk featuring a curved roll-top cover that conceals internal drawers and a writing surface. The term Vernis Martin refers to a specialised japanning varnish technique developed in 18th-century France to imitate Asian lacquer, often decorated with pastoral or classical scenes.

These pieces typically utilise hardwood frames veneered with exotic woods such as kingwood, rosewood, or tulipwood. The decorative lacquer is achieved using layered oil-and-amber varnishes, complimented by cast gilt-bronze (ormolu) mounts and brass drawer linings.

Identification relies on examining construction techniques, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary woods, and heavy cast-bronze mounts secured with hand-cut screws. Authentic Vernis Martin lacquer displays fine craquelure consistent with age rather than uniform modern acrylic finishes.

Positioning a French cylinder bureau as a focal piece in a contemporary study or hallway creates a contrast against clean architecture. Pair it with modern task lighting and neutral wall tones to highlight the intricate lacquerwork and gilt accents without cluttering the room.

Maintain the lacquer by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Gilt-bronze mounts should not be cleaned with abrasive polishes; gently wipe them with a soft brush or damp cloth to preserve the original patina.
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