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Antique

Rare

One-Of-A-Kind

17th century French Walnut Desk

France, 19th Century

$1,695

Ok, so this girl is old and we couldn't find her more beautiful. This Louis XII 17th-century walnut desk, found in a historic château in Provence, features a single drawer and perfectly turned legs that are as graceful as they are sturdy. The oldest piece in this collection, its incredible condition is nothing short of mind-blowing. Whether styled as a desk or an accent table, this piece is a rare treasure with history in every detail.

  • Dimensions:

    29" H x 40" W x 24" D

  • Materials:

    Wood

  • Weight Range:

    40 lbs

  • Notes from Sylvie:

    This desk is in very good shape, but do expect the marks and scratches of a life well lived.

In the quiet halls of a historic château in Provence, this 17th-century walnut desk stood as a witness to centuries of life. Its perfectly turned legs and single drawer tell of skilled artisans crafting a piece meant to last through generations. Perhaps it once held quills and parchment, letters exchanged between distant relatives, or journals chronicling the daily rhythms of life in the French countryside.

Over centuries, its smooth walnut grain developed a richness only time can bestow, while its incredible condition reveals the care it was shown. As the oldest piece in this collection, it carries with it a rare gravity—a connection to a world where beauty, function, and craftsmanship intertwined seamlessly. This desk isn’t just an object; it’s a keeper of stories, waiting to be a part of yours.

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