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Charles X Empire Mahogany Dressing Table, France, Circa 1820

About the Item

Dressing stands such as this were found in the boudoir or bedroom of French ladies of fashion in the early 19th Century. This Empire dressing table has a white marble top and ormolu (gilt brass) mounts and knobs, all original. The piece is hand crafted of French polished mahogany and figured mahogany veneer with French oak secondary wood. The table has one large drawer with dividers and two long candle drawers below the mirror. The mirror tilts and has its original back. The height to the top of the marble surface is 30.50 inches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 56.75 in (144.15 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73.03 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa:1820
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Minor old and new repairs. One column leans slightly. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced mirror. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Alexandria, VA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 8931FP1stDibs: LU9199239477042
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