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19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880

$5,749.15
£4,260.44
€4,800
CA$7,848.68
A$8,731.34
CHF 4,577.08
MX$106,694.83
NOK 58,283.37
SEK 54,865.73
DKK 36,546.78
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About the Item

French writing desk from the late 19th century. Napoleon III furniture, wavy and rounded, carved and veneered in mahogany wood. Finished for the center desk enriched with gilded and chiseled bronze, of excellent quality. Furniture complete with three front drawers of good capacity, wooden upper surface covered in leather with various signs of wear which give even more charm to the cabinet (see photo). Very elegant desk, ideal for placing in a living room or study, also useful for professional use. Complete with a working key, the central drawer lock is missing a spring (needs overhaul). Side drawer locks in perfect working order. Furniture overall in good state of preservation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 49.61 in (126 cm)Depth: 27.96 in (71 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vicoforte, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 109851stDibs: LU1848344422222

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