Nantes Desk From The Louis XVI Period

Sloping desk in solid mahogany wood resting on 4 sheath legs.

It has a large drawer in the front in the lower part, surmounted by 2 small side drawers (the central drawer in the upper part is simulated), and opens with a flap opening onto 6 side drawers framing 3 compartments, all surmounted by a large horizontal locker.

The interior includes a secret locker.

This type of furniture is characteristic of port work due to the nature of the exotic wood used in solid form, and this example of a desk reveals a Nantes production that excelled in the sobriety of the lines and the quality of execution.

Nantes, France, late 18th century.

Length: 97cm.
Height: 97cm.
Depth: 43.5 cm.