Bureau cabinet - Office, bureau, drop-front desk, secretaire desk - Yew, Boxwood, Oak - Contrasting inlay work
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This Dutch antique Louis XVI fall-front bureau, dating from circa 1775–1795, is made of wood including yew, boxwood and oak, with cast-brass fittings and contrasting inlay.
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Description from the seller
A very fine, exquisitely veneered Louis XVI fall-front desk with a three-drawer lower cabinet on slim legs. Nine drawers inside, the drawers fitted with fire-gilded knob fittings. Fold-out writing surface with canvas, locks with a working key. Very handsome polish finish, front featuring several types of veneer on oak. No cracks in the sides, back panel boards. Netherlands, circa 1775–1795
Dimensions:
Height = 110 cm. (Top of desk 81.5 cm.)
Width = 105 cm.
Depth = 48 cm. (Open desk leaf 85 cm,)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of construction and veneer. No live woodworm found on 28/10/2026
Klep-3163~
Photos are part of the description, so please view the photos carefully to avoid inconvenience. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show the packing method for international transport. Euro pallet with rack wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blanket with at least 2 straps.
Because of single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door. Please contact immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have delivery wishes (2-person delivery, insurance, etc.).
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to exclude damage during transport.
A very fine, exquisitely veneered Louis XVI fall-front desk with a three-drawer lower cabinet on slim legs. Nine drawers inside, the drawers fitted with fire-gilded knob fittings. Fold-out writing surface with canvas, locks with a working key. Very handsome polish finish, front featuring several types of veneer on oak. No cracks in the sides, back panel boards. Netherlands, circa 1775–1795
Dimensions:
Height = 110 cm. (Top of desk 81.5 cm.)
Width = 105 cm.
Depth = 48 cm. (Open desk leaf 85 cm,)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose parts of construction and veneer. No live woodworm found on 28/10/2026
Klep-3163~
Photos are part of the description, so please view the photos carefully to avoid inconvenience. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe no additional / customs costs for this furniture.
Last photos show the packing method for international transport. Euro pallet with rack wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blanket with at least 2 straps.
Because of single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door. Please contact immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without an elevator, or have delivery wishes (2-person delivery, insurance, etc.).
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to exclude damage during transport.
Details
Over 200 years old
Yes
Wood type
Boxwood, Oak, Yew
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Weight
40 kg
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Contrasting inlay work
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Netherlands
Model
Office, bureau, drop-front desk, secretaire desk
Material
Cast brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
110 cm
Width
105 cm
Depth
48 cm
Height Of The Underside Of The Table
78.5 cm
Estimated period
1775-1795
Can Be Locked
Yes
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