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Its standout artifacts include Voltaire’s custom-designed gilded armchair, equipped with a writing desk and drawers, and a re-creation of the bedroom of Marcel Proust, including a piece of his famously cork-lined, soundproof walls.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

That went to local author and historian Sam Sweet, who visited the store with no intention of buying anything and left with the Viktor, which now sits on his writing desk.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

A tailcoat and trousers, writing desk, and Breitling watch were among the other auctioned items previously owned by Morecambe.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2025

As an official gift, the Bidens gave their guests an antique writing desk.

From Washington Times • Oct. 24, 2023

Mrs. Tallis remained standing, while Briony sat on one side of the writing desk and the inspectors sat on the other.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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