Modernist writing desk/ bureau plat, after the design by Pierre Chareau (French, 1883-1950), 20th c., sloping rectangular top finished in exotic burlwood veneers, with dual slide-out extensions, each fitted with two covered storage compartments, flanking central drawer, rising on angular black steel supports, impressed characters under top, wear to edges, approx 27.75"h, 58.75"w, 29.25"d, fully extended: approx 82"w, floor to bottom of apron (clearance): approx 23.75"h **Provenance: The contents of a fine 1960s Paris, France apartment: Purchased in Paris in the 1990s** **Note: matching stool offered in this auction**

5.20.26-In my opinion regarding LOT: 1203- the desk is in sturdy and stable condition, center drawer and angled side drawers all operate smoothly, interiors would benefit from a gentle cleaning, the wood structure shows some nicks, rubs, abrasions, particularly along edges and central drawer front, there is a scratch/mar noted at the upper left side of the top writing surface, see images, it has been colored, the metal legs show oxidation, some rubs, tonal variation and grime, the whole would benefit from a good polishing, overall the piece presents well showing age and wear commensurate with use

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