Writing table - Walnut - Neoclassical Desk

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Italian Neoclassical walnut desk from Veneto, dating 1750–1800, dimensions 52 × 90 × 82 cm, front with drawers, restored to excellent condition with light wood inlays and a central floral medallion.

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Italian Neoclassical (Louis XVI style) desk or writing desk (scrittoio) dating from the late 18th to early 19th century
52x90x82H cm
Has been restored in excellent condition.
Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical, characterized by linear forms and tapered, truncated pyramid legs (gambe a spillo).
Materials: It appears to be made of walnut (noce), featuring fine inlays (intarsi) of lighter woods like olive or maple to create decorative borders and the central floral medallion on the top.
Design: The desk has a distinctive shaped apron (the curved cutout between the legs) and a front layout typically consisting of three or more drawers.
Origin: This specific aesthetic—combining walnut veneers with delicate stringing and floral inlays—is very common in high-quality furniture from Italy, particularly the Veneto or Lombardy regions

Italian Neoclassical (Louis XVI style) desk or writing desk (scrittoio) dating from the late 18th to early 19th century
52x90x82H cm
Has been restored in excellent condition.
Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical, characterized by linear forms and tapered, truncated pyramid legs (gambe a spillo).
Materials: It appears to be made of walnut (noce), featuring fine inlays (intarsi) of lighter woods like olive or maple to create decorative borders and the central floral medallion on the top.
Design: The desk has a distinctive shaped apron (the curved cutout between the legs) and a front layout typically consisting of three or more drawers.
Origin: This specific aesthetic—combining walnut veneers with delicate stringing and floral inlays—is very common in high-quality furniture from Italy, particularly the Veneto or Lombardy regions

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Louis XVI Style
Specific region of origin
Veneto
Title additional information
Neoclassical Desk
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Walnut
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
82 cm
Width
52 cm
Depth
90 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
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Objects sold
100%
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