Louis XVI Period Marquetry Drop-front Secretary Desk, Late 18th Century – (needs Restoration)

A Louis XVI period marquetry drop-front secretary desk, late 18th century – (needs restoration) An elegant, straight secretary desk in precious wood, featuring refined marquetry in a frieze pattern, arranged in lozenges and geometric frames. The piece opens with a drawer in the frieze, fitted with bronze handles, above a drop-front revealing a fitted interior. This interior offers several small drawers, compartments, and shelves, typical of late 18th-century office furniture. The drop-front, lined with leather (worn, needs restoration), rests on pull-out slides forming a writing surface. The lower section opens with two doors revealing a storage space. The slightly rounded uprights and tapered legs give the piece an elegant and balanced silhouette. Beautifully crafted, with meticulous marquetry and an antique patina. Period: late 18th century. Style: Louis XVI Transition. Materials: precious woods, marquetry, bronze. Condition: used, leather on the drop-front needs restoration, minor wear and old repairs, missing marble top, and some veneer fragments. Opening: 1 drawer, 1 drop-front, 2 doors. Interior: compartments and small drawers. Dimensions: H 133 x W 77 x D 32 cm. A charming secretary desk, ideal for a classic interior or for decorative and functional use.