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November 12, 2017 Online Catalog
72 - 19TH C NEOCLASSICAL STYLE ORMOLU FLAT WRITING DESK

Beautiful wood patterns throughout, ormolu gilt bronze applique to top flat with faces, mythical beasts guarding a throne, floral scrollwork, and figural plants. Hunter green leather writing pad inlay to desktop with embossed pin stripe borders, each corner an eagle wearing a crown. Top flat has a large drawer to the center with 2 small drawers, one to each side, all lockable with included key. Top flat separates from the bottom base, resting on 4 columns with gilt bronze or brass headers and footers having intricate detailed patterns. Base has 2 wishbones connecting the 4 columns to a horseshoe shaped Lyre centerpiece adorned with gilt floral design. Writing to bottom "Wagram Tissus". Remnants of label to bottom of left drawer, illegible. 72" L X 32" W X 31" H.

Pre-sale estimate $500 - 1500

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