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Antique Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu bonheur du jour by Winckelsen
French, 1864
Height 105cm, width 73cm, depth 42cm
Charles-Guillaume Winckelsen (French, 1812-1871) is the craftsman responsible for this outstanding bonheur du jour. The design of this ladies’ writing desk is after one crafted by Adam Weisweiler (German, 1744-1820) in the late 18th century.
The slender cabinet includes an unusual set of doors that open to reveal a storage compartment. The clever construction includes one short panel door as well as a hinged twin panel door making it appear as if there are three storage compartments. Below is a writing surface framed by line marquetry.
With a twist of a key, the secretaire drawer opens to showcase four drawers as well as an extendable green leather-lined writing surface. The leather features a gold debossed frame, adding a further ornamental detail. Numerous ormolu mounts decorate the piece, accentuating the deep brown wood colouration as well as the individual compartments.
The desk is surmounted by a pierced galleried top, its surface covered with white marble. A similar design can be observed on the lower shelf which also acts as a stretcher. Four reeded baluster legs extend from the main carcass towards the bottom shelf, while four fluted tapering toupie feet with ormolu sabots support the whole furniture piece.
Of a very elegant design, this multifunctional bonheur du jour would be a magnificent addition to both traditional and contemporary spaces.
Previously sold at Christie’s, New York, 18 April 2013, Lot 343 ($25,000).
- Creator:Charles-Guillaume Winckelsen (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 41.34 in (105 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1864
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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