{"product_id":"louis-xvi-writing-desk-marquetry-ormolu-bronze-tabent6015","title":"Louis XVI Writing Desk – Marquetry Top \u0026 Ormolu Bronze Mounts","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRooted in the refined elegance of the Louis XVI court, this writing desk — known in French as a \u003cem\u003ebureau plat\u003c\/em\u003e — captures the neoclassical spirit that swept Versailles in the late 18th century. Symmetrical floral bouquets, trailing ribbons, and delicate scrollwork are inlaid across the entire writing surface in a breathtaking marquetry composition, evoking the grandeur of royal French ateliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe desk is constructed from solid hardwood, hand-carved and polished to a deep, lustrous mahogany tone. The top surface is adorned with hand-cut wood marquetry featuring contrasting veneers that form an intricate floral medallion framed by sweeping rocaille borders. Every corner, apron, and leg capital is dressed in hand-cast ormolu bronze mounts — gilded to an authentic antique gold patina — including swag-and-ribbon friezes, acanthus corner mounts, and a central cartouche drawer pull. Tapered, fluted legs terminate in delicate brass sabots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually handcrafted by Brass \u0026amp; Wood master artisans in Egypt, honouring centuries-old European joinery and bronze-casting traditions. The marquetry is assembled piece by piece, the bronzes are hand-chased and finished, and the wood is lacquered in multiple layers for lasting depth and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eN\/A\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186339815675,"sku":"TABENT6015","price":39376.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/01-tabent6015_1.png?v=1786878709","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/en-za\/products\/louis-xvi-writing-desk-marquetry-ormolu-bronze-tabent6015","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}