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ITALIAN CASA MODERNA LEATHER-TOP MATCHED-VENEER WRITING DESK

Description

Italian mixed wood writing desk, Casa Moderna, Genova, early 20th c., matched veneer case with inset burlwood paneling, finished on all sides, having gilt-tooled inset leather top, fitted with six narrow drawers, with inlaid banded trim, flanking central frieze drawer, ending on tapering legs, retaining maker's plaque at drawer interior, approx 32"h, 53"w, 29.75"d, kneehole: approx 27"h, 21.75"w

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ITALIAN CASA MODERNA LEATHER-TOP MATCHED-VENEER WRITING DESK

Lot 1139

Estimate $600-$1,000Mar 27, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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DAY 1 - SPRING COLLECTIONS FINE AUCTION EVENT

Mar 27, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Austin, TX, United States

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13 hrs LeftCONTEMPORARY 'PRATT' BY PALECEK ROPE BACKED UPHOLSTERED ARMCHAIR

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13 hrs LeftREGINA ANDREW (ATTRIB.) HERRINGBONE PARQUET-TOP PEDESTAL TABLE, 53.5"DIAM

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13 hrs Left(2) ART DECO FIGURED WRITING DESK & UPHOLSTERED ARMCHAIR

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