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Empire Gilt-Bronze & Variegated Green Marble Desk Set, c.1820

About the Item

The base is composed of variegated green marble with a pen tray, ormolu trim and patarae motif. The ormolu well with lid is beautifully decorated with laurel wreath garland surrounding the base flowing up to fluting in the center and a laurel leaf finial on the lid. William Word Fine Antiques: Atlanta's source for antique interiors since 1956.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition, typical for it's age. Is missing glass liner.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: US081831stDibs: U0812098365659

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