French Louis XV-style Flat Desk With Marquetry And Gilded Bronze

French Louis XV-Style Flat Writing Desk in Marquetry and Gilded Bronze

Elegant French Louis XV-style writing desk, dating from the early 20th century.

This refined writing desk features a beautiful, curved silhouette with flowing lines, enhanced by delicate marquetry and numerous gilded bronze accents. The tabletop features a leather writing pad at its center, framed by a wood veneer in warm tones and accented by a decorative bronze border.

The front features three practical drawers, adorned with finely crafted bronze handles, keyholes, and mounts. The curved legs are adorned with bronze feet and floral motifs, lending the piece all the grace and decorative richness characteristic of the Louis XV style.

The back panel is also intricately crafted, featuring faux drawers and matching marquetry decoration. This all-around finish allows the desk to be placed freely in the center of a room, rather than solely against a wall.

The leather on the tabletop features a patina, as well as visible marks and signs of wear due to age and use, all of which contribute fully to the piece’s authentic charm.

A beautiful piece of French furniture, both elegant and functional, ideal for an office, a library, a study, or a classic interior.

Details:
Type: flat desk / writing desk
Origin: France
Period: early 20th century
Style: Louis XV / French Rococo Revival
Materials: marquetry veneer, leather, gilded bronze hardware
Structure: 3 drawers on the front
Back panel: decorated with faux drawers and marquetry
Top: leather writing pad
Condition: good vintage condition, with patina, signs of use, and wear on the leather consistent with its age
Dimensions: 140 x 80 x 76 cm