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18th Century Louis XV Italian Slant Front Desk, Hand-Carved Walnut

$6,500
£4,898.41
€5,723.16
CA$9,223.99
A$9,250.73
CHF 5,366.70
MX$112,939.40
NOK 62,161.55
SEK 63,618.17
DKK 42,786.04

About the Item

An 18th Century Louis XV style Italian scriban or slant front desk. Made of solid walnut with serpentine front, raised side panels and two dovetailed drawers with hand-carved details. Original cast bronze hardware, working locks with two keys. Desk opens to reveal four small interior drawers. Large iron hinge. Well-crafted using pegged and mortise and tenon construction. Waxed patina. Good condition considering its age with several restorations on drawer face and feet. Some of the interior drawer bottom planks are warped and some were replaced. Overall dimensions: 47.5"W x 22"D x 38.5"H When open: 38"D with a clearance of 28.75"H Contact us for a competitive shipping quotation. Please refer to photos for more details. Pictures are part of the description.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Width: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1740-1760
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Please read the descriptions. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Winter Park, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 834481stDibs: LU848649644692

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