Unusual Continental burled walnut writing desk/ bureau, 19th c., having rectangular top with inset gilt-embossed leather writing surface, over sixteen drawers and pull-out slide, rising on figural legs and human foot-shaped feet, mismatched drawer pulls, scattered losses to feet, lacking back left foot, approx 34"h, 52"w, 20"d, floor to bottom of apron (clearance): approx 23"h

06/26/2026: In my opinion regarding LOT: 3131- please pardon my images, the piece is located in a dark and cramped area of the gallery, I am not an expert on such furniture, the table is in stable and sturdy condition with a nice weight about it, the later leather top is bordered at the front by a slim strip of wood, I note some tonal variation, scattered scuffs and light abrasions to the top, the base is fitted with various drawers, some sectioned to the interior, the wood is figured, I note light evidence of old woodworm, tonal variation, nicks, scuffs/abrasions and some small scatttered veneer losses, particularly at corners, the central most drawer also has some raised veneer, this appears stable at this time, the drawers flanking this drawer are lacking lock mechanisms, they show a circular wood patch, so may have had varied pulls at one time, the two rear legs are lacking feet, while the legs retain them, the right foot however has loss to toes, see images, the table is in stable condition exhibiting wear commensurate with origin, age and use 

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