Bonheur du jour - Walnut

It is a Victorian ladies' writing desk made of burr walnut wood (English: burr walnut ladies writing desk). This type of antique furniture, often referred to as 'Bonheur du Jour', typically dates from the 19th century, particularly the Victorian era (1837–1901), and is elegant and refined.

Material: The furniture is made from burr walnut, which gives the characteristic, richly marbled wood grain.

The style is typically Victorian,
(Approximately 1837-1901) of Neorenaissance, features such as the turned (spindle) legs, richly carved woodwork and a decorative crest at the top.

It has a pull-out writing surface, often inlaid with felt, such as the green felt on this specimen. Above the writing area there is a raised section with several small drawers and compartments for writing implements.

Note the engraved metal (likely brass) handles and keyplates, and the curved connection between the legs at the bottom.