Louis XVI style bureau plat/ writing desk, Baker Furniture Company, from the "Collector's Edition," late 20th c., shaped top with gilt-embossed leather writing surface, above five drawers with gilt metal trim, rising on fluted tapered legs, ending on brass cap feet, maker's mark to drawer interior, approx 29.75"h, 59"w, 28"d

03.18.25: In my opinion regarding LOT 2249: I note that the desk is presently intact and structurally sturdy, the leather surfaces are remarkably well-preserved and free from observed losses, remaining securely bound throughout, with typical inherent tonal variations, and some typical light fading to the finish, the wood in an overall good condition with typical minor surface wear such as sparse small abrasions and minute veneer chips commensurate with gentle use, the drawers operating smoothly with well-kept/ clean interiors, the metal elements appearing to remain securely bound to veneer

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