Mazarin-style desk in Boulle brass marquetry on a red tortoiseshell base with "à la Bérain" decoration of figures on terraces, architecture, foliage, lambrequins, chimeras and birds, the side pedestals each opening into three drawers, the central section opening into three drawers. Early 18th century Size 84.5 x 132 x 73.5 cm The marquetry has been damaged and restored. Top protected by a glass plate A 1980 certificate of authenticity from JF COULET is attached.