outstanding quality antique victorian burr walnut bonheur du jour/writing desk

Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut Bonheur de Jour writing desk having a beautifully designed and shaped top glazed cabinet to the centre which opens to reveal a fitted mirror and shelf interior with elegant ormoulo mounts to the sides, one long burr walnut drawer below with attractive tulipwood crossbanding and flanked by tulipwood crossbanded burr walnut drawers with pretty original brass gilded handles and galleries. The base boasts a magnificent burr walnut inlaid shaped top with a double moulded edge and shaped frieze with a centre drawer having shaped sides. It is raised elegantly on four shaped cabriole legs with superior ormoulo mounts to the top and feet, back legs are united by an unusual shaped burr walnut mirror which truly complements this wonderful example. Original key.

The superior quality of the design and craftsmanship is very evident in this outstanding example. The colour, patination and condition is exquisite.
Height to desk 73cm1860
English
ref. 610

Antiques.co.uk Ref: 35JF3B66

Materials:

burr walnut,ormoulo mounts,tulipwood

Width (cm):

148

Height (cm):

141

Depth (cm):

57

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