Louis xvi/late 18th century marquetry drop-front secretary desk – (needs restoration) an elegant, straight-fronted secretary desk crafted from precious woods, featuring refined marquetry in a frieze pattern, arranged in lozenges and geometric frames. the desk opens with a drawer in the frieze, fitted with bronze handles, above a drop-front that reveals a fitted interior. This interior offers several small drawers, compartments, and shelves, typical of late 18th-century office furniture. the drop-front, lined with leather (worn, needs restoration), rests on pull-out slides forming a writing surface. The lower section opens with two doors revealing a storage compartment. the slightly rounded uprights and tapered legs give the piece an elegant and balanced silhouette. beautiful craftsmanship, with meticulous marquetry and an antique patina. period: late 18th century style: louis xvi transition materials: precious woods, marquetry, bronze condition: used condition, leather on the drop-front needs restoration, minor wear and old repairs, missing marble top, and some veneer fragments. opening: 1 drawer, 1 drop-front, 2 doors interior: compartments and small drawers dimensions: h 133 x w 77 x d 32 cm charming secretary desk, ideal for a classic interior or for decorative and functional use.