Napoleon III, Desk, Center Table, Bronze, Inlaid Tortoise, France, 19th Century

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Title: Napoleon III, Desk, Center Table, Bronze, Inlaid Tortoise, France, 19th Century

Description: Napoleon III Desk or Center Table, Ormolu Bronze, Inlaid Burlwood, Marquetry, France, 19th C., Aristide-Henry Gros. (after)

An exemplary French Centre Table or Writing Desk, dating from the late 19th century. The table features a finely shaped top with a tortoiseshell-inspired center, bordered by intricate marquetry inlay and a cast ormolu edge. The frieze is equipped with a single drawer, adorned with ormolu-lined burlwood panels and embellished with eight gilt goat's head mounts at each corner. At each end, urn-shaped ormolu mounts enhance the design. The piece is supported by elegantly fluted, tapered legs, connected by a gracefully shaped stretcher, surmounted by a substantial dore bronze urn finial. The table rests on peg feet with castors. This item has been meticulously refinished to preserve its original beauty.

Bronze, Inlaid Burlwood, Marquetry; France, 1890s

Height: 31.5 inches, Width: 61 inches, Depth: 33 inches
Kneehole: 26.5 inches high by 34 inches wide
Pull out drawer: 23.5 inches wide by 3.25 inches high

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Additional Information: Origin: France
Period: 19th Century
Condition: Good. Fully refinished. Greenwich Living Design can assist with refinishing while maintaining the historical integrity of each piece.
Creation Date: 1890
Styles / Movements: Traditional, Napoleon
Dealer Reference #: 101-9419
Incollect Reference #: 772534
W.
61 in;
H.
31.5 in;
D.
33 in;
W.
154.94 cm;
H.
80.01 cm;
D.
83.82 cm;

Dimensions:

Reserve: $18,700.00

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Napoleon III, Desk, Center Table, Bronze, Inlaid Tortoise, France, 19th Century

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Estimate $22,000-$26,000

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