"Louis XVI Style Cylinder Desk In Marquetry And Gilt Bronze, Late 19th Century"
Elegant Louis XVI style cylinder desk, in mahogany and rosewood veneer and decorated with a geometric marquetry in cubic perspective. The front of the cylinder presents a marquetry composition illustrating a writing set composed of a roll of parchment, an inkwell and stacked books, in a refined foliage decoration. Top in Aleppo breccia marble, surrounded by a finely chiseled and gilded bronze gallery. Fluted uprights finished with gilded bronze sabots, enhanced with sculpted garlands. Handles and lock entries in gilded bronze, with foliage patterns and ornaments typical of the Louis XVI style...
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Condition report: In very good condition, with a warm patina and well-preserved gilding of the bronzes.
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