an antique writing desk with a checkered top and two drawersan image of a small wooden desk with drawers and a checkered top
MILLON

347 - Transition-period cylindrical desk
See original version (French)

Estimate €200 - €300
Description
Transition-period cylindrical desk in rosewood, amaranth, sycamore and stained pear wood veneers. Inlaid decoration featuring openwork cubes set within composite Greek-style mouldings. It opens via a flap revealing four drawers, a compartment and a pull-out tray, all lined with leather and decorated with fine gilded ironwork, forming a top surface, as well as three drawers around the base. Curved legs. Bronze fittings including lock plates, pull handles and feet. The locks are engraved with oak leaves. H.: 92 – W.: 66 – D.: 45 cm Damage, losses and restoration; particularly to the veneer
See original version (French)
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Auction location
Auction time 10/07/2026 at 1:00 PM
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