512
Louis XIV-style bureau plat, in the manner of Boulle
Estimate €8.500–15.000
511
Louis XVI style writing desk, in the manner of Giuseppe Maggiolini (1738–1814)
Estimate €800–1.500
Description
In kingwood and satinwood crossbanding.
Marquetry work with friezes of foliate motifs.
With three drawers, feet with yellow metal caps.
France, 19th century.
(minor signs of use)
79.5x104x53.5 cm
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