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Vintage French Napoleon III Ebonized Black Lacquered Bonheur Du Jour Writing Desk

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FRENCH EBONIZED LOUIS XVI STYLE LEATHER TOP WRITING DESK WITH PULL OUT SLIDES C 1940.: French ebonized Louis XVI style leather top writing desk with pull out slides C 1940. Ht: 30.5" Wd: 43.25" Dpth: 23.75"

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Vintage French Napoleon III Ebonized Black Lacquered Bonheur Du Jour Writing Desk

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Vintage from the 19th century

Materials: wood, bronze, metal

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Vintage French Napoleon III Ebonized Black Lacquered "Bonheur Du Jour" Writing Desk
Graceful and Elegant French Ebonized Writing Desk, commonly called in France "Bonheur du jour." Composed of a Single Drawer Table with a small desk top. On the top part are two drawers and a large open compartment. French cabinet making from the Napoleon III period. A Beautiful piece of furniture that's unequivocally characterized by the refined play between blackened Lacquered wood and the brilliance of bronze applications and floral inlays, according to a typical taste widespread in France. Everything rests on Four Elegantly turned and tapered legs Joined by a Perfect Center Turned Stretcher.
Circa 1970
Dimensions:
H 23" table to desk top
H 31" floor to table
H 54" floor to top of the desk
W 46"
D 27'"
Good Vintage Condition
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Reserve: $3,150.00

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Vintage French Napoleon III Ebonized Black Lacquered Bonheur Du Jour Writing Desk

Name: Vintage French Napoleon III Ebonized Black Lacquered Bonheur Du Jour Writing Desk
SKU: 143154225
Price: 4000 USD
Availability: InStock