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Napoleon III Writing Desk with Unusual Marble Top, circa 1870
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A fine Napoleon III period writing desk in mahogany, with gilt-bronze mounts and brass banding, the surface composed of an unusual and richly-colored marble top.
The deep red and white marble top resting within a brass border, above a mahogany frieze of three sliding drawers, all fitted with gilt-bronze borders and ring-pulls.
The opposite of the frieze with three false drawer-fronts, and all sides with gilt-bronze edging and figured mahogany.
The body rests on tapering legs ending in mounted feet, each leg surmounted by capitals fitted with gilt-bronze strands of 'bell-flowers' within fluting.
Measures: Apron height 24.25"
Table height 29.25".
- Dimensions:Height: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)Width: 44.25 in (112.4 cm)Depth: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent antique condition, with minimal wear to the exterior, and all gilt-bronze mounts in fine condition. The marble surface is un-cracked and likely original to the piece.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: CCC811stDibs: 071020836596
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