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An ebony bonheur-du-jour writing desk in black and gold, made in France, dating from 1850–1900, in Napoléon III / Second Empire style.
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bonheur-du-jour writing desk in noir and gold in the Napoleonic III style
Elegant bonheur-du-jour desk with strong stage presence, characterized by refined black-and-gold decoration and rich ornamental elements.
The piece features an articulated architectural structure with a raised upper section, shaped and decorated cornice, upper surface with turned and gilded side supports, writing compartment and two drawers. The front panel is adorned with elaborate gold decorations in floral motifs and arabesques.
The lower part consists of a wide fold-down writing surface, also decorated, with a central lock and a prominent gilded metal mouthpiece, enriched with ornamental motifs and winged figures. The furniture rests on four turned and fluted legs, connected by elegant shaped crossbars.
Particularly striking are the numerous gilded decorative elements, including vegetal motifs, cornices, relief finishes and ornamental putti figures.
The piece retains considerable decorative charm and is ideal for collectors, antique dealers, high-end interiors or elegant environments.
Style: Napoleon III / Second Empire, with references to the Boulle tradition
Type: bonheur-du-jour / ladies’ writing desk
Color: black and gold
Materials: ebonized wood, gilded decorations, ornamental metal elements
Conditions: good overall condition for its age, with normal signs of wear and use; some imperfections and marks on the surface, visible in the photographs
bonheur-du-jour writing desk in noir and gold in the Napoleonic III style
Elegant bonheur-du-jour desk with strong stage presence, characterized by refined black-and-gold decoration and rich ornamental elements.
The piece features an articulated architectural structure with a raised upper section, shaped and decorated cornice, upper surface with turned and gilded side supports, writing compartment and two drawers. The front panel is adorned with elaborate gold decorations in floral motifs and arabesques.
The lower part consists of a wide fold-down writing surface, also decorated, with a central lock and a prominent gilded metal mouthpiece, enriched with ornamental motifs and winged figures. The furniture rests on four turned and fluted legs, connected by elegant shaped crossbars.
Particularly striking are the numerous gilded decorative elements, including vegetal motifs, cornices, relief finishes and ornamental putti figures.
The piece retains considerable decorative charm and is ideal for collectors, antique dealers, high-end interiors or elegant environments.
Style: Napoleon III / Second Empire, with references to the Boulle tradition
Type: bonheur-du-jour / ladies’ writing desk
Color: black and gold
Materials: ebonized wood, gilded decorations, ornamental metal elements
Conditions: good overall condition for its age, with normal signs of wear and use; some imperfections and marks on the surface, visible in the photographs
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
France
Material
Ebony
Colour
Black
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
150 cm
Width
90 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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