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Bonheur du Jour, litterally "Happiness of the Day" Desk in Boulle Marquetry

About the Item

This beautiful Bonheur du Jour, litterally "Happiness of the day" desk is made of a Boulle marquetry. Tiered upper part, opening with two medallion doors and two small drawers. Lower part opening with a belt drawer topped with a red leather writing tablet. Boulle Marquetry, chiseled brass ball on a background of red tinted scales and blackened pear wood veneer. Ornamentation of chiseled and gilded bronzes. Napoleon the 3d Period (Circa 1880).
  • Similar to:
    André-Charles Boulle (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 53.15 in (135 cm)Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Depth: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Wood,Ebonized
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Marcq-en-Barœul, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 50's-592201stDibs: LU4038342675182

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