French Art Deco Desk in Macassar Ebony 1930

Art Deco Desk in Macassar Ebony 

A French Art Deco ‘Bureau Plat’ in the Manner of Jules Leleu, having breakfront serpentine top and serpentine sides standing on four cabriole legs with lockable central drawer and flanked by two lockable doors with drawers behind, the top has boxwood inlay detail that tapers on the ends. The Desk is exceptional quality and has been fully restored and polished and is in excellent condition throughout but retaining patiala and minor marks as to be expected with something of this age.

Age: 1930

Style: Art Deco

Origin : France

Material: Macassar Ebony

Condition: Very Good

Restoration: Fully polished

Dimensions: 76h x 161w x 88d cm

A BRIEF HISTORY OF ART DECO

There are many different styles from the 20th Century that are incredibly popular, though Art Deco stands out even among these many styles. Originating in France just before World War I, this style really came into its own in the middle of the 20th Century. The freedom of expression that is associated with the Art Deco style leads to a variety of wildly different looks, colours, and uniquely designed desks that leave an impression. This design flourished by uniting a wide array of styles in a way that showed a clear "goal" of being modern. This vague goal results in Art Deco desks being bold, surprising, and often times creating a memorable and fully functional office or writing desk that also served as a work of art. Able to blend bold colour combinations, geometry-inspired from Cubism, exotic Far East styles, and a hint of royal European craftsmanship, it's hard denying the combinations available.