Writing table (bureau plat)
Object type: Writing table
Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Culture: French, Paris
Artist: Gilles Joubert
Artist bio: French, ca. 1689–1775
Artist role: Maker
Artist nationality: French
Date: 1759
Medium: Lacquered oak, gilt-bronze mounts, lined with modern leather
Dimensions: H. 31-3/4 x W. 69-1/4 x D. 36 in.  (80.6 x 175.9 x 91.4 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 1973
Accession year: 1973
Tags: Chinoiserie