Edouard, the antique wooden desk in Louis XVI style No. 723

Enhance your workspace with this antique Louis XVI style desk, elegantly crafted from bentwood. Its glass top, combined with a taupe grey leather fabric, adds a touch of sophistication while providing a practical and bright work surface. The two drawers blend seamlessly into the design, allowing for discreet storage of your essentials. The subtly curved legs add a delicate touch to this piece of furniture, which fits perfectly into both classic and contemporary interiors. Some signs of wear bear witness to its history.

Length: 109 cm
Depth: 52 cm
Height: 75 cm
Drawer height: 7 cm
Height under top: 65 cm

A Brief History of the Desk
It all began with the "bure," a thick, brown woolen cloth that covered the tables of monastic scribes to protect their precious manuscripts. By extension, the table itself eventually took on the name of the fabric that covered it: the bureau (desk). Unlike the secretary desk, it is defined by its wide, fixed top and visible base, offering a space for reflection without embellishment. Also known as a "flat desk," it remains the centerpiece for anchoring a workspace with character.