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Lot 240

A FRENCH ART DECO ROSEWOOD PEDESTAL DESK
1930s

The rectangular top of slightly inverted breakfront outline to the front and with a low moulded back to its centre above a frieze drawer and pair of pedestals, each of four drawers, the kneehole enclosed to the reverse, all on a recessed plinth base with outswept moulding to the reverse
78cm high, 161cm wide, 84cm deep

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

Sold for $1,800

Overall appearance good
Previously restored condition, however with later scuffs, small knocks, scratches and filled veneer losses in places
one large ink stain to top left hand drawer
the central drawer with small areas of staining (possibly ink)
Surface scratches to the glass in places
Three keys present (in top drawers), currently functioning well but some keys slightly bent


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8805
4:00pm - 30 March 2026
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 27 - Sun 29 March, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn, VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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