Walnut Inlaid Cylinder Desk – Louis XVI Period, Late 18th Century

Walnut inlaid cylinder desk – Louis XVI period, late 18th century
Dimensions: H 118 × W 124 × D 63 cm

An elegant walnut cylinder desk with marquetry, from the Louis XVI period, dating from the late 18th century. It features a simple and refined front, adorned with flamed panels and geometric medallions centered by marquetry rosettes. The fluted sides, tapered legs, and carved decorations emphasize the piece’s classical elegance.

The sliding cylinder reveals a perfectly organized interior comprising four small drawers, three storage compartments, and a large writing surface covered in green leather. Its mechanism is smooth and functional. The lower section consists of three large drawers, each flanked by small side drawers on the front, offering ample storage capacity. The brass locks and keyholes are original, and the piece comes with its key.

The piece features fine cabinetmaking, with a warm patina and wood with particularly decorative grain. There are a few minor restorations and slight signs of age, mainly on the back and certain interior parts, though these do not affect the piece’s sturdiness or aesthetic appeal.

This elegant and functional cylinder desk will fit perfectly in an office, a library, or a classic interior, where it will bring the charm and refinement of late 18th-century French furniture.