Louis XV style malachite-veneered writing desk, rectangular top above three frieze drawers, false drawers to the reverse, on cabriole legs headed by "espangolettes," terminating in foliate cast scrolled sabots, approx 32"h, 63"w, 36"d

05.15.25: In my opinion regarding LOT 4265: The desk is comprised of malachite veneer mounted on an underlying wood frame; I note that the desk is presently intact and stands sturdy, the malachite being overall well-preserved, with a few small chips/ nicks and stable hairlines (are minute in size), the front left leg with a an area of professional reinforcement and filled concealment located near the sabot, I observe another small area of fill at the right-hand side apron with a small amount of smudged fill residue that is overall minor and could likely be buffed off, the sealant is also well-preserved with a sparse amount of typical minor seams and a couple areas of dripping, drawers operate smoothly with well-kept interiors, the ormolu elements remain securely mounted and retain and overall rich tone, with light patination and some minute spotting and pitting, I observe typical minor surface wear commensurate with light use and age such as small scuffs and abrasions

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