French Louis XVI Parquetry Writing Table
Late 18th Century
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Description
A Louis XVI tulipwood and mahogany writing table.
- Parquetry veneer to cabinet and drawer fronts.
- Recessed top with dual cabinets centering a compartment with decorative spandrels atop a drawer.
- Hinged front opening to reveal a pink velvet-lined writing surface.
- Tapering legs.
- With three keys.
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, 16 February 1988, Lot 0119
Condition Report
Revive
Fair
Good
Very GoodLike New
Warping and surface mark at back.
Soiling to fabric.
Moderate veneer loss.
Structurally sturdy.
Dimensions
Height: 40.25 inches / 102.23 cm
Width: 27.75 inches / 70.48 cm
Depth: 16.5 inches / 41.91 cm
Materials
Brass, Mahogany, Tulipwood, Velvet
Period
Louis XVI
Decorative Style
Neoclassical Style
Country of Origin
France
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