Louis XVI French Antique Writing Desk

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Writing desk from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily mahogany. It … Read more Writing desk from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily mahogany. It has been finished with a lustrous ebonized French polish finish of museum-quality. The top features a leather covered writing surface. The original leather is in a light green tone with an embossed gold leafed frieze. There are two dovetailed drawers each with a delicate brass pull. The piece is supported by tapered legs. It is in very nice antique condition – the photos accurately depict the condition.

Louis XVI Style refers to the style defined by the period in France under the reign of King Louis XVI (1760-1789) — the last French monarch before the Revolution. Inspired by the discoveries of Pompeii and Herculaneum, this era saw a revival of Greek and Roman styles. There was a sharp movement away from the Rococo style, as curved lines and heavy ornamentation became unfashionable, giving way to clean, straight lines. Restrained, geometrical forms were preferred and stylized references to classical Greek architecture were recaptured. Furniture and interiors were refined, sophisticated, calm and symmetrical. See less