AN EMPIRE STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED MAHOGANY AND GUN METAL BRONZE CURULE DESK, 20TH CENTURY, the rectangular inset gilt tooled tan leather writing surface within conforming border and molded edge, above a frieze drawer centering a stylized bell flowers cast escutcheon issuing similarly detailed branches, flanked by acanthine foliate mounts over gilt anthemion capitals in relief on tapering circular crossed curule form legs ending in leaf tip detailed gilt bronze sabots and joined by a turned gunmetal bronze stretcher. Height: 31" Width: 48 1/2" Depth: 25 3/4"

Leather top has scuff marks, some scratches, a few ink spots, and lightly worn gilt tooled areas. The desk case and drawer have dings, scratches, marks, edge wear, and surface buildup. The ormolu mounts on both drawer front and opposite sham side are lacking small bits. The gun metal bronze legs have some small scratches, and worn areas revealing the bronze. The table is sturdy and heavy. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.”