Louis XVI Marble-Top Secrétaire à Abattant

A refined French Louis XVI secrétaire à abattant, elevated by a crisp marble top and delicate brass gallery. This elegant writing desk blends architectural symmetry with thoughtful function, featuring a fall-front writing surface that opens to reveal a beautifully arranged interior of drawers and compartments. Its slender proportions, tapered legs, and classical detailing make it a timeless addition to sophisticated interiors.

 

Measurements: 19.5” L x 11” D x 38” H

 

Origin & Era

• France

• Louis XVI Style

• Late 19th to Early 20th Century

 

Design & Craftsmanship

• Marble Top: Smooth, light-toned marble providing a refined surface and elegant contrast to the warm wood tones below.

• Brass Gallery: Pierced brass gallery runs along the back edge of the marble, offering both protection and decorative charm.

• Fall-Front Writing Surface: Hinged front opens to create a functional writing or working surface with leather inset and brass trim.

• Interior Storage: Features a row of drawers and open compartments ideal for correspondence, writing tools, or personal keepsakes.

• Louis XVI Detailing: Clean lines, subtle inlay, tapered legs, and restrained ornamentation reflect the neoclassical aesthetic of the period.

• Decorative Tassel & Escutcheon: Central brass escutcheon with tassel adds a traditional finishing touch.

 

Functionality

• Perfect as a writing desk, study piece, or refined accent in a bedroom, living space, or library.

• Fall-front allows for a generous workspace while maintaining a slim profile when closed.

• Interior drawers provide organized storage without visual clutter.

 

Condition Notes

• Marble top presents beautifully with natural veining consistent with stone.

• Writing surface opens and closes smoothly and sits level when open.

• Drawers glide well and interiors are clean.

• Light, age-appropriate wear throughout, consistent with careful use over time.

• No structural issues; a well-preserved antique that remains both functional and elegant.

 

Shipping

Group A — $250

IA, MO, IL, IN, OH, KY

 

Group B — $250

WY, CO, KS, NE, NM, OK, AR, MT, LA, MS, AL, TN, GA, SC, NC, VA, WV, PA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, MI, MN

 

Group C — $250

OR, WA, ID, NV, UT, AZ, ND, SD, TX, NY, CT, RI, MA, NH, VT, ME, CA, San Antonio, Houston, Florida (south of Panhandle/Jacksonville)