{"product_id":"antique-french-provincial-oak-writing-desk-bureau-plat","title":"Antique French Provincial Oak Writing Desk - Bureau Plat","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA beautifully proportioned antique French Provincial writing desk, crafted in solid oak and featuring an attractive parquetry top, five drawers and elegant Louis XV inspired cabriole legs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe desk offers excellent storage with a long central drawer flanked by two banks of two drawers, all retaining their original turned wooden knobs. The shaped apron and flowing cabriole legs create an elegant silhouette, while the richly figured parquetry top showcases the natural beauty of the oak with its warm honey tones and decorative geometric pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFinished on all four sides, this versatile piece can be placed in the centre of a room as a freestanding desk or used against a wall as a writing desk, dressing table or elegant console.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe generous knee height also makes it a comfortable desk for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAntique French Provincial writing desk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLouis XV style\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBeautiful parquetry oak top\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFive working drawers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOriginal turned wooden drawer knobs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCabriole legs with carved feet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFinished on all sides\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSolid oak construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRich warm patina throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eApproximate Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 120 cm (47¼\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 70 cm (27½\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 81 cm (31¾\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eKnee Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 61 cm (24\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePresented in good antique condition with age-related wear consistent with its age and use. The parquetry top displays a rich mellow colour with minor historic marks and small signs of use, adding to its authentic character. The drawers run smoothly, the frame is solid and sturdy, and the desk is ready for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA timeless and practical French antique, equally suited as a home office desk, library desk, dressing table or statement piece in a country house or contemporary interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eSearch terms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e French antique desk, French Provincial desk, bureau plat, oak writing desk, parquetry desk, Louis XV desk, antique office desk, dressing table, cabriole leg desk, French country furniture, antique oak desk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"French General Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58433100611965,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/7694\/3177\/files\/5205DF4A-BE59-443E-9851-6AA4FD09AB2E.jpg?v=1784809140","url":"https:\/\/www.frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk\/products\/antique-french-provincial-oak-writing-desk-bureau-plat","provider":"French General Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}