Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Writing Table Desk For Sale

A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest. Maison Forest is...

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Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Writing Table Desk

Name: Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Writing Table Desk
Brand: Maison Forest
Price: 15000 USD
Availability: InStock

$15,000

Lynx Hollow Antiques

Forney, TX

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A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest.

Maison Forest is … more A rare and very fine quality 19th century French bureau plat by renowned Parisian ébéniste Maison Forest.

Maison Forest is one of the most famous french cabinetmakers of the 19th and early 20th century and their quality level is up to par with other fine cabinetmakers such as: Francois Linke, Paul Sormani, Henry Dasson, Charles-Guillaume Winckelsen, Maison Krieger and more.

Paris, France, circa 1890, brilliant finely chased and chiseled gilt bronze ormolu mounted matched mahogany inlaid kingwood fruitwood marquetry writing table, exceptionally executed in luxurious Louis 16th taste, label in dovetailed frieze drawer, retaining the original lock and key, finished on all sides, rising on stretcher-joined fluted tapering legs terminating in sculpted bronze capped feet.

Signed; metallic inset plaque engraved MAISON FOREST / J BEZIER Sucr / 31 r, cambaceres / Paris

Maison Forest was established in Paris at 14 rue Pierre-Picard in 1883 and also at 31 rue Cambacéres. The firm was renown for their production of high quality furnishings inspired by models of period French Master ébénistes in the Louis XIV, XV and XVI styles as well as Empire style with fine gilt-bronze mounts, parquetry and marquetry. The furniture produced by the firm stands out for its exceptionally high quality gilt-bronze mounts and furthermore for its notable ébénisterie and fine decoration. Maison Forest presented their products at the Universal Exhibition held in Chicago in 1893.

Dimensions: (approx)
30" High, 42" Wide, 23.5" Deep;
Clearance: 24.75"

As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a smaller scale desk in your home office or study, library table, oversized hall console or sofa table, center table, or placed in the foyer as a stunning entry statement piece!

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Condition:
Overall in great antique condition with beautifully aged warm patina. A well preserved example, retaining original antique character, the usual wear such as very minor scratches and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Typical evidence of old restorations, mainly to drawer interior. Excellent decorative presentation. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!

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Dimensions: 42ʺW × 23.5ʺD × 30ʺH

Styles: Louis XVI

Table Knee Clearance: 24.75 in

Table Shape: Rectangle

Artist: Maison Forest

Brand: Maison Forest

Designer: Maison Forest

Period: Late 19th Century

Country of Origin: France

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Brass; Bronze; Fruitwood; Kingwood; Mahogany

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Auburn

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Condition Notes: Overall in great antique condition with beautifully aged warm patina. A well preserved example, retaining original antique character, the usual … moreOverall in great antique condition with beautifully aged warm patina. A well preserved example, retaining original antique character, the usual wear such as very minor scratches and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Typical evidence of old restorations, mainly to drawer interior. Excellent decorative presentation. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! less

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