Italian Rococo Painted and Lacca Povera Slant-Front

Italian Rococo Painted and Lacca Povera Slant-Front Desk

The rectangular top above the slant-front, opening to a writing surface with a central pigeonhole flanked by four short drawers, above the serpentine-fronted body with two long drawers, the paneled sides, raised on cabriole legs.

43 x 4 ft. 2 in. x 22 3/4 in.
Condition Report: Minor age splits on the top and left side panel. Scattered lacca povera and paint loss throughout. Fitted with the original key. Handles on the lower drawers added later. Expected wear throughout. Charming desk, structurally sound.

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