Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century
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Rosewood writing desk, Napoleon III period - second half of the 19th century

By Gallery Antiquités Lecomte
3.800 €
19th century
Second Empire style, Napoleon III style
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    This Napoleon III period writing desk, crafted from rosewood and adorned with rich floral marquetry, is a prestigious piece combining decorative virtuosity and architectural elegance. It is organized into two harmonious sections: the upper section forms a display cabinet topped with a gendarme's hat cornice, featuring two undulating glass doors framed by gilt bronze moldings. The escutcheons and key, finely chiseled with scrolls and volutes, operate a functional lock. The interior reveals two shelves mounted on racks, their edges delicately inlaid with light wood, adding a luminous touch to the whole. Beneath this display cabinet are two drawers whose fronts, inlaid with garlands of flowers on a rosewood background veneered in a butterfly wing pattern, demonstrate a particularly refined attention to detail.

    The lower section comprises a slant-front desk with a curved front, featuring a drop-front sumptuously inlaid with scrolls, florets, and arabesques. The entrance and key, also finely crafted, operate a lock in perfect working order. When opened, the undulating drop-front reveals new black leather, edged with a gilt vignette and adorned in its center with an arabesque motif. The interior offers structured and ingenious storage space, consisting of a niche, three drawers, and two secret compartments with sliding lids, reminiscent of the craftsmanship and ingenuity of 19th-century cabinetmakers. The piece rests on cabriole legs in the Louis XV style, enhanced with bronze mounts and terminating in matching sabots, emphasizing the desk's elegant and dynamic silhouette.

    A refined and harmonious piece, this writing desk brilliantly combines the artisanal finesse of the 19th century with the timeless charm of a piece of furniture designed to blend beauty, functionality, and prestige.

    Period: Second half of the 19th century
    Excellent condition inside and out after restoration in our workshop.
    Finish: Waxed over a hard base.
    Delivery available upon request in France and internationally.
    Dimensions:
    Width: 87 cm
    Depth: 51 cm
    Height: 182 cm
    Reference 428V

    Ref: 249KS02S7V

    Condition Restored
    Style Second Empire style, Napoleon III style (Office Furniture of Second Empire style, Napoleon III style Style)
    Period 19th century (Office Furniture 19th century)
    Country of origin France
    Width (cm) 87
    Height (cm) 182
    Depth (cm) 51
    Internal reference 428V
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days
    Location 44810, Héric, France
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