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Louis XV Bureau: A Piece to Create a Living Room with History
An antique bureau that brings history to life in your living room—a history rooted in the Age of Enlightenment, when extraordinary minds like Voltaire and Newton revolutionized the world with their groundbreaking ideas. It was a time of elegance, culture, and refined craftsmanship, an era that left a lasting mark on the art of furniture design.
In this context, between the lands of Emilia and the Basso Veneto, where illustrious families like the Este of Modena set the standard for art and beauty, this walnut veneered and inlaid bureau was born.
Its graceful lines and harmonious proportions, characteristic of the transitional Louis XV style, reflect the exceptional craftsmanship of the period.
The curved front with drawers and the drop-front writing surface reveal a thoughtfully designed interior, complete with small drawers and compartments meant to hold letters, documents, and precious items, evoking the daily life of a noble household of the time.
This piece, perfectly original and well-preserved, requires only a light restoration and a French polish to revive its warm veneers and restore its original charm.
An authentic testament to the prestige of its time, this bureau is ready to tell its story in a living room that aspires to be unique and rich in history.
- Material: Walnut Veneering and Inlays
- Size: cm 130 x 56 x 105 h
- Condition: Restored
- Period: Mid-18th century
- Style: Louis XV
- State: Optimal conditions
