LOUIS XVI DESK - SOUTHERN ITALY - 18TH CENTURY

Louis XVI Style Center Desk – Neoclassical Manufacture from Southern Italy Historical-Artistic Description Refined center desk (bureau plat) from the full Neoclassical period (Louis XVI style), attributable to the cabinetmaking of Southern Italy (Neapolitan or Sicilian area) from the late 18th century. The piece of furniture features the typical architectural and rigorous structure of the period, resting on four truncated pyramid legs that enhance its silhouette. The front frieze is adorned with a central open compartment flanked by four lateral drawers (two on each side) and a larger central drawer. The most valuable element is the inlay and veneer work (marquetry) in various precious woods (boxwood, rosewood, bois de rose). The top surface, finished with a double geometric perimeter frame, features a large quatrefoil lozenge sunburst in the center, which is also repeated with great perspectival coherence on the sides. Technical Details Period: Late 18th Century (full Neoclassical / Louis XVI period) Origin: Southern Italy (Neapolitan / Sicilian Area) Woods and Inlays: Rosewood, bois de rose, boxwood stringing Type: Center Desk / Writing Table Finish: Traditional spirit/shellac French polish Condition: Excellent condition, restored respecting the patina and characteristics of the period. Dimensions: 117 x 66, height 82 cm. A regular certificate of authenticity with photos will be issued. We assure a response to your emails within 24 hours.  REGISTERED EXPERT AND CTU AT THE COURT OF LA SPEZIA