French Writing Desk
26 August 2018
Description

Dimensions 64" wide x 34" deep x 32" tall

Provenance

I purchased this from a man cleaning out his parents home. The desk resided in his father's law office since 1994. His father purchased the desk from an antique dealer.

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within 2 days
By Erin-Marie Wallace
Aug 28, 10:49 UTC
Fair Market Value
$400 - $700 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Amanda,

Greetings and thank you for calling upon the experts at Mearto to evaluate your French writing desk also known as a bureau plat.

This example has a lovely walnut veneer with burl wood panels, all outlined by gilded metal mounts and with a leather top. The piece was actually made in the 20th century in the style of 18th century French Rococo. The style has remained popular at various times ever since.

Because of it's popularity, similar vintage, French desks with banded inlay and burl inlay and gilded metal mounts sell between $400 and $500USD and every once and again, $700USD, depending upon the day and the auction house.

Thank you for submitting this piece.

Sincerely,

Erin-Marie

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