Nicolas Petit, Small Flat Desk Stamped Louis XVI Period, Circa 1780

Nicolas Petit, Small Flat Desk Stamped Louis XVI Period, Circa 1780. A charming small flat desk, a lady's writing desk in mahogany, stamped Louis XVI period, resting on tapered legs with fluting inlaid with gilt brass, terminating in gilt bronze sabots and casters. This rectangular desk, opening with a drawer in the frieze, is covered with a black leather top. Its top is bordered by a gilt brass gallery. Beautiful and rich ornamentation in bronze and gilt brass, such as the gallery, sabots, casters, fluting, drawer and panel frames, rings, and keyhole escutcheons. Beautiful wood. Includes its key. This piece is stamped N. PETIT under its drawer. A very high-quality piece of furniture, with clean and refined lines, it bears the stamp of the famous and renowned master cabinetmaker, Nicolas PETIT, Master 1761, and the JME hallmark of the guilds. This desk combines practical utility, thanks to its ample storage and writing space, with a beautiful visual appeal thanks to its delicate and harmonious curves. It will easily complement your interior. This piece, with its beautiful and interesting details and meticulous finish, worthy of the master craftsman, testifies to the elegance of French Louis XVI period furniture. It will bring charm and prestige to your home. Work from the Louis XVI period, 18th century, circa 1780. Dimensions: Height: 75.5 cm Width: 75.5 cm Depth: 47.5 cm In excellent condition.