Antique French Ormolu Mounted Parquetry Writing Table – Louis XVI Style Desk — Hawkins Antiques, Barry, South Wales

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Parquetry Writing Table – Louis XVI Style Desk

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Why Hawkins Antiques?

Description

Overview

A refined antique French writing table crafted in the elegant Louis XVI style, featuring exceptional parquetry inlay and finely cast gilt bronze ormolu mounts throughout. Combining refined neoclassical proportions with practical functionality, this sophisticated piece works beautifully as a writing table, console table, or decorative desk.

Key Features

Antique French Louis XVI style writing table
Exceptional geometric parquetry inlaid top
Contrasting border framing the parquetry surface
Finely cast gilt bronze ormolu mounts throughout
Decorative figural ormolu drawer plaque
Single frieze drawer providing practical storage
Slender fluted tapering legs
Decorative brass bead-and-reel border
Ideal as a writing table, console table, or desk
Elegant late 19th century French craftsmanship

Craftsmanship & Detail

The rectangular top is beautifully decorated with intricate geometric parquetry inlay framed by a contrasting border, demonstrating the precision and refinement associated with quality late 19th century French cabinetmaking. The frieze drawer is adorned with a finely cast ormolu plaque of particularly crisp detail and elegant gilding, while further gilt bronze mounts decorate the slender fluted tapering legs. The continuous brass bead-and-reel border enhances the architectural balance and decorative sophistication of the piece. Combining elegant Louis XVI styling with excellent practicality, the table is perfectly suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Delivery

UK Delivery

We offer FREE fully wrapped and insured two-man delivery across mainland UK. All items are handled carefully by our trusted in-house delivery team.

International Shipping

Worldwide shipping is available. We regularly arrange professional international delivery for clients across Europe, the USA, and beyond. Please enquire for a tailored quotation.

Packaging & Handling

Professionally wrapped and protected
Handled by experienced furniture specialists
Carefully transported to minimise movement and risk
Collection available by appointment

Condition

Condition Report

This writing table is presented in very good antique condition. The parquetry top remains sound throughout with no significant lifting or losses, displaying excellent colour and decorative detail. Minor surface wear consistent with age and genuine use is present, adding warmth and authenticity to the piece.

The ormolu mounts are all present and complete, retaining attractive original gilding together with natural aged patination. The figural drawer plaque is particularly well cast with crisp detail and no damage. The frieze drawer runs smoothly and all four legs remain firm and stable with no repairs or replacements evident. The brass bead-and-reel border remains continuous and undamaged throughout. An honest description from a specialist dealer with over 60 years of family experience.

Additional Notes

Parquetry inlay sound with no significant lifting or losses
Ormolu mounts complete with attractive original gilding
Figural drawer plaque crisp and undamaged
Legs firm and stable with original brass border intact

Dimensions

Height 74cm Width 89cm Depth 56cm

Why Hawkins Antiques?

Three Generations Since 1960

Hawkins Antiques has been sourcing and selling fine antique furniture for over six decades, combining traditional expertise with carefully curated stock.

Personally Selected Stock

Every piece is individually chosen for quality, character, craftsmanship, and decorative appeal - we do not mass-source inventory.

Honest Condition Reporting

We photograph and describe each item accurately, highlighting condition, restorations, age-related wear, and authenticity.

Specialist Delivery

UK deliveries are handled carefully by trusted couriers, with international shipping arranged through specialist fine art transport companies.

Let customers speak for us

from 13 reviews

Websiteeasy to use & very quick delivery.

Wayne Crocker

05/29/2026

Hawkins Antiques

Our house was built in 1820, so I have been slowly acquiring furniture from the same period. The piece is perfect & arrived very quickly too.

Wayne Crocker

05/29/2026

Fine Georgian Mahogany Fold Over Tea Table With Carved Lion Paw Feet C.1820

We love our fender. Brilliant condition and very speedy and good delivery service.

Chloe Frost

04/10/2026

Hawkins Antiques

We purchased a table from Hawkins Antique and it is absolutely stunning and a mint condition! Delivery was very fast and the delivery team were fantastic and really went the extra mile to get the table into the house - it wasn't simple due to our narrow front door, but the guys managed to get it in, keeping the table safe along the way! Highly recommend - very happy! Made another purchase already!

Liam Phillips

03/25/2026

Hawkins Antiques

If you are looking for an antique/furniture dealer who sells good quality at appropriate prices, are prompt, polite and helpful and deliver what they promise, our recent experience of Hawkins exactly fits that bill.wewill gladly buy from them again.

Bali Kochar

02/26/2026

Hawkins Antiques

We had purchased a walnut sideboard from this company. We are delighted with it and with the service. The sideboard - is in a very good condition, clean, as described and advertised. We found dealing with everyone in that company to be straight forward and helpful. I would not hesitate buying from them again! Highly recommended!!!

Monika Hold

02/26/2026

Hawkins Antiques

The cabinet was just as expected photos were spot on. Delivery service was excellent and fast. Highly recommend Lee and co. Thank you

Linda Bennett

11/18/2025

Hawkins Antiques

Superb service from purchase to delivery. Lee could not have been more helpful and the item is exactly as described. His delivery guys were wonderful too!

Ruth Middle

10/03/2025

Hawkins Antiques

Hawkins Antiques have been absolutely perfect. The furniture we bought is brilliant, exactly as described and photographed, and the team couldn’t have been more helpful and professional

Dan Sails

08/19/2025

Hawkins Antiques

Bought a William Tillman table and chairs. We are absolutely thrilled with the purchase and the company was very understanding when we were having trouble with moving dates. They were extremely helpful and understanding. Items came well packed and dropped off by two nice chaps who moved everything into the house for us without any hassle at all. Absolutely no trouble in recommending Hawkins Antiques. Would give more than 5*

M Wilson

08/03/2022

Hawkins Antiques

Visited Hawkins Antiques a few days ago and must say I was very impressed with the wonderful furniture and the helpfulness of the staff. Well worth a visit

Donna Oram

11/15/2017

Hawkins Antiques

I visited this place last week and have to say I was amazed, it was like a museum. I definitely recommend anyone to take a visit to Hawkins antiques if you are in the Cardiff or Barry area.

Rukaya Wareth

11/15/2017

Hawkins Antiques