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Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk
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Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk

1920 - 1940
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An absolutely stunning antique French inlaid marquetry knee hole desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is a lovely petite size, and is of outstanding quality. There is profuse floral inlaid marquetry of various woods on all sides, including the back and top. There are amazing bronze ormolu mounts, and a beautiful brass rim around the top edge. This has a good amount of storage space and is beautifully finished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.

This is in very good original condition, we have had it re-polished, there is only some extremely minor wear here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 37 inches , 94 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 60 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 14 inches , 36 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
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SA1209898
Dealers Internal Reference
12489
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Description
An absolutely stunning antique French inlaid marquetry knee hole desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.

It is a lovely petite size, and is of outstanding quality. There is profuse floral inlaid marquetry of various woods on all sides, including the back and top. There are amazing bronze ormolu mounts, and a beautiful brass rim around the top edge.

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This has a good amount of storage space and is beautifully finished on the back, so can be used as a free standing item.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique French Louis XV style writing desk featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, gilt bronze mounts, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk

This is in very good original condition, we have had it re-polished, there is only some extremely minor wear here and there beneath the polish.

Width – 37 inches , 94 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 60 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 14 inches , 36 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209898
Dealers Internal Ref
12489
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique French Louis XV style writing desk featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, gilt bronze mounts, and cabriole legs.
Antique French Inlaid Marquetry Knee Hole Desk
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleLouis XV Revival
  • MaterialKingwood, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Cabriole legs, Serpentine top
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This antique French Louis XV Revival knee hole desk dates from the 1930 period. Constructed from kingwood, brass, and ormolu, the piece displays a warm brown palette with multi-toned floral marquetry inlay across the top and sides. The serpentine top is bordered by a brass rim, and the structure incorporates shaped cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet. Gilt bronze ormolu mounts trace the outer curves and drawers, which are fitted with small round metal handles and key escutcheons. The desk measures 78 cm high, 94 cm wide, and 60 cm deep, providing a compact footprint for domestic spaces. Because the marquetry and finish continue around the entire body, it functions effectively as a freestanding writing desk positioned away from a wall in a study, drawing room, or bedroom. The knee hole opening offers comfortable legroom while the surrounding drawers supply practical storage for correspondence and writing materials.

FAQs

A French marquetry kneehole desk is a writing table featuring decorative wood veneers arranged in pictorial or geometric motifs, designed with a central recessed space to accommodate the sitters legs.

These desks are predominantly crafted using fine hardwood frames clad in exotic veneers such as kingwood, rosewood, or tulipwood, complemented by cast brass or gilt-bronze (ormolu) protective mounts.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-chased gilt-bronze mounts with subtle casting imperfections, hand-cut marquetry veneers, and graceful serpentine curves along the apron and cabriole legs.

Position the piece as a focal point in a modern study, hallway, or bedroom, pairing its ornate gilt mounts and patterned woodwork against neutral painted walls and understated modern seating.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent veneer lifting. Clean wood surfaces with a dry microfiber cloth and wax sparingly, while dusting metal mounts gently without abrasive chemicals.
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