Lot 140
  • 140

A French carved beechwood and shell-inlaid desk 3rd quarter 19th century

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 77cm.high, 120cm. wide, 74.5cm. deep; 2ft. 6¼in., 3ft. 11¼in., 2ft. 5½in.
by Gabriel Viardot, in Chinese style, with a carved shaped top above three frieze drawers and three pedestal drawers one containing a small removeable compartment and a lockable compartment together with a chair ensuite

Condition

This is generally in good condition. There is some slight damage to the bottom drawer around the keyhole and a replaced lock. Old marks and scratches consistent with age and use.
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