19th Century French Napoleon III Style Oak Writing Desk

Description

An elegant late 19th-century French writing desk in the style of Napoleon III sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from … more An elegant late 19th-century French writing desk in the style of Napoleon III sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from solid oak and constructed with a 4'2" rectangular plank top decorated with gadrooned edge trim. The wood showcases a naturally aged warm patina with a rich brown color and wood grains with intricate carvings on all sides. The desk is cased with a total of four storage drawers. - all constructed with dovetail joints. The table is raised on elaborately hand-carved tapered legs decorated with carved acanthus leaf accents. Solid and stable with excellent joinery and craftsmanship and a Traditional Napoleon III profile.

- Origin: Provence, France

- Dimensions: W 51" x D 27.75" x H 29.25" - apron clearance 22" / leg room 19.5"

- Condition: The desk has been structurally restored. The wood showcases a naturally aged patina. Natural aged splits. The desk comes with mock-up keys. less