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Superb Louis XV 18thc petite secretaire en pente secretaire
A superb Louis XV (circa 1750) French petite secretaire en pente in the manner of BVRB.
This secretaire en pente, veneered on oak, the front and sides with tulipwood ground with inlaid Kingwood bois-de-bout marquetry and quarter cut Kingwood bandings, the back of quarter cut tulipwood and Kingwood banding, all with superb ormolu foliate mounts to the top, front and sides.
The fall opening to reveal a tooled red leather writing surface with fitted interior consisting of pigeon holes, drawers and secret sliding compartment all supported on four elegant cabriole legs with ormolu foliate mounts and terminating with ormolu sabot feet.
Bernard II Van Risenburgh (1735-1765) or BVRB was a Parisian ebeniste, his father established himself in Paris as a cabinetmaker in the late 17th century. Bernard II was regarded as one of the greatest ebeniste during the reign of Louis XV renowned for beautifully shaped pieces using tulipwood and quarter cut veneers with marquetry and gilt mounts and was also held in high esteem by his contemporaries.
This piece is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.
Size:
Height: 31.5'' / 80cm
Width: 21.75'' / 55.25cm
Depth: 15.5'' / 39.5cm
Height below fall to floor: 25.5'' / 64.75cm
LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
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LVS Decorative Arts
Private dealer
By appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
This secretaire en pente, veneered on oak, the front and sides with tulipwood ground with inlaid Kingwood bois-de-bout marquetry and quarter cut Kingwood bandings, the back of quarter cut tulipwood and Kingwood banding, all with superb ormolu foliate mounts to the top, front and sides.
The fall opening to reveal a tooled red leather writing surface with fitted interior consisting of pigeon holes, drawers and secret sliding compartment all supported on four elegant cabriole legs with ormolu foliate mounts and terminating with ormolu sabot feet.
Bernard II Van Risenburgh (1735-1765) or BVRB was a Parisian ebeniste, his father established himself in Paris as a cabinetmaker in the late 17th century. Bernard II was regarded as one of the greatest ebeniste during the reign of Louis XV renowned for beautifully shaped pieces using tulipwood and quarter cut veneers with marquetry and gilt mounts and was also held in high esteem by his contemporaries.
This piece is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.
Size:
Height: 31.5'' / 80cm
Width: 21.75'' / 55.25cm
Depth: 15.5'' / 39.5cm
Height below fall to floor: 25.5'' / 64.75cm
LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
Price
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Category Antique Furniture
Date 1750
Mid 18th Century Antiques Material Marquetry
Origin French
Item code as304a1951 / LVS1221
Status For Sale
£9750.00
$12534.60
€11545.95
$12534.60
€11545.95
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Shipping information
DELIVERIES
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
Terms and conditions
TERMS OF SALE
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
View all stock from
LVS Decorative Arts
By appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
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