Code: C2882
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A fine and highly decorative Dutch marquetry bureau, dating to circa 1800.
The sloping fall is extensively inlaid with intricate floral and foliate marquetry, centred by a flowers amongst scrolling foliage. The decoration continues throughout the bureau, including the sides, drawer fronts, shaped apron and slender legs.
The fall opens to reveal a fitted interior comprising six small marquetry drawers, pigeonholes and open compartments, above an inset leather writing surface.
Below are two short drawers over a single long drawer, all decorated with floral marquetry and retaining decorative brass handles and escutcheons.
Raised on elegant slender cabriole legs, giving the bureau a particularly graceful and light appearance.
A charming and beautifully decorative example of Dutch marquetry furniture, with extensive inlay throughout and particularly attractive proportions.
Dutch, circa 1800.
Condition: Good antique condition with wear, marks and minor losses commensurate with age and use. The writing surface shows considerable age-related wear and staining, as shown in the photographs.
