87 - Mazarin desk or money-changer’s desk made of burl elm veneer, with blackened wood trim and gilded wood. The top folds down to reveal three drawers; the lower section opens via a recessed central door and four drawers arranged in two rows. It rests on eight beveled legs joined by a crossbar. Early 18th century. Gilded and varnished bronze lock plates. H. 75 cm - W. 114 cm - D. 69 cm (sun-faded, minor losses, previous restorations)

Mazarin desk or money-changer’s desk made of burl elm veneer, with blackened wood trim and gilded wood. The top folds down to reveal three drawers; the lower section opens via a recessed central door and four drawers arranged in two rows. It rests on eight beveled legs joined by a crossbar. Early 18th century. Gilded and varnished bronze lock plates. H. 75 cm - W. 114 cm - D. 69 cm (sun-faded, minor losses, previous restorations) Provenance: Herbette, auction of July 22, 2007, lot 205