JACQUES ADNET (1900–1984) (ATTRIBUTED TO) A flat, very slightly curved desk with two suspended drawers; the frame is made of wood and features its original ivory-colored lacquer. The top section opens to reveal three drawers, each front accented by a gilded wooden molding. The corner legs are of the Gaine type and feature brass caps. The top is fitted with a large original blue leather desk pad. The drawer pulls are gilded bronze, adorned with figurative motifs. 1940s. Showing signs of use; scattered chips in the lacquer; gilding on the framing strips heavily weathered; leather top severely damaged. H. 73.5 cm – W. 140 cm – D. 60 cm Bibliography and related works: - *Mobilier et Décoration* – No. 1, February 1946. A variant reproduced on page 3. - Alain-René Hardy and Gaëlle Millet – *Jacques Adnet* – Éditions de l’Amateur, Paris, 2009. A variant reproduced on page 184.