LARGE FRENCH EMPIRE STYLE GOLDEN AMBOYNA CYLINDER ROLL DESK: Golden Amboyna burl wood veneer all over, top with 6 drawers, applied gilt metal medallions and caryatid figures, over center cylinder roll with 6 additional drawers. Surmounted either side with gilt metal sphinx on pedestal with full column stiles. Stepped base with matching decoration and full column stiles. Overall measures 58'' h. x 58'' x 27''.
CONDITION: Scratches on one pedestal from lifting cylinder, cracks to petticoat mirror, other wear consistent with age and use.