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Meet Louis.  Louis XV, he's French.

I moved out my other desk, which didn't quite fit the bill.  We were struggling to fit our legs under it and it  was too wobbly.  The color is the same as the desk before, Woodlawn Valley Haze by Valspar.

 I took my sweet time styling my new love for it's first photo shoot.

Hello lovah.

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During my research on Louis XV desks, I found that they can range anywhere from $800-3,000! In original, near perfect condition of course. Unfortunately mine needed a little help. And I wouldn't even think of selling it now.

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The amazing little details are what really gets my blood pumping. The delicate, metal accessories that adorn the corners and feet are fixed on individually with several tiny screws to hold them in to place. 

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Even the pulls on the drawers are placed with little screws. I had never seen that before. 

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18 comments:

  1. LisaDecember 5, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Incredible! You are a lucky girl! The hardware and those curved drawer fronts are to die for (and this is the perfect color!).
    Lisa @ {createinspire}

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  2. UnknownDecember 5, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    I'm so jealous! It's absolutely gorgeous, and I'm sure you aren't the only one who's happy!

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  3. Cassie BustamanteDecember 5, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    i want i want i want!!!!!! HOLY AMAZEBALLS! it's well, amazing!

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  4. CourtneyDecember 5, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    Wow, what a gorgeous piece!! that detail!! love your color choice :)

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  5. Allison@FabRehabDecember 5, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    Oh em gee. That is gorgeous!!! Perfect color and styling!

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  6. Joanne BischofDecember 5, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    Just gorgeous. I love that pale bluish color. This would make such a cute writing desk :)

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  7. AllisonDecember 5, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    Yes, don't ever sell that piece. It is fabulous! It is beautiful Kathleen.

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  8. Susan - Uniquely Yours or MineDecember 6, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    I'm totally jealous! It's gorgeous.. And the perfect shade of blue!

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  9. AnonymousDecember 6, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    You SHOULD be happy. This is a treasure!

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  10. Jessica | Petal + PlyDecember 8, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Kathleen, this is simply stunning! great job, and great find! It looks amazing in the color you chose!

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  11. Holly Do.December 8, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Love this desk!

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  12. Ashleigh @ Made in MorningsideDecember 11, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    Oh Wow It is beautiful I am so jealous!! xox

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  13. CynthiaDecember 11, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    WOW! Love this! You did a lovely job on it.

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  14. AnonymousDecember 12, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Yes, Louis is gorgeous. That is quite a find, and a beautiful treatment. The metal bits are a real standout feature. Great job!

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  15. Good Time CharlieDecember 12, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    This is so unbelievably gorgeous. I have never seen that done with hardware on the legs, nor have I seen pulls like these! Thank you so much for linking up, I am sharing at my party tomorrow. -K

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  16. UnknownDecember 13, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    This is simply gorgeous. I love the color and the details are crazy beautiful. Great job!

    Peggy southscapedesigns.com

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  17. Anneke at This, That and LifeJanuary 4, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    This looks absoulutely gorgeous! I haven't tried this color yet, but I'm pretty convinced I need to now!

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  18. UnknownJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    What a stunning piece of furniture - you knocked this one right out of the park, seriously!
    XOX

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