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19th Century French Bonheur Du Jour

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For sale is a fine quality 19th century ebony and Thuya wood Bonheur Du Jour. The bonheur du jour has a brass gallery around the top, above a central mirror, flanked by Sèvres plaques. This piece has two cupboards, each with decorative ormolu and Sèvres plaques above three drawers. The centre of which opens to reveal a writing slide with a gold tooled leather surface. Below this is a single shelf, backed by a mirror above a further shelf. The bonheur du jour stands on small turned feet and is in good original condition, with minor wear commensurate with age and use.  Measures: Width 48.5", depth 22", height 57".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 57 in (144.78 cm)Width: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chelmsford, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: S25-5151stDibs: LU2494317283702
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