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A Stunning Quality Victorian Period Kingwood And Ormolu Mounted Bonheur Du Jour

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Sold by: Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

A stunning quality Victorian Period kingwood and ormolu mounted bonheur du jour. The upper section having a central ormolu mirror supported by fine quality cast ormolu maidens, flanked by two serpentine cabinets with fine quality sevres plaques with further ormolu detail. The lower section retaining the original velvet writing surface with fine quality ormolu mounts and mouldings. Having three frieze drawers with mahogany linings and the original locks with working key. Raised on ormolu mounted cabriole supports with Satyr masks on each side. The desk is finished around the back so can be free standing also. Although French in design the superior quality and the cabinet making is certainly English probably made by Gillows or Holland & Sons. This desk was originally the property of a Lady from Walton Manor in Buckinghamshire. English circa 1870-1880
 
Dimensions: 54'' wide x 50'' high x 28'' deep
 
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Antique Number: SA1093342
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Antique #SA1093342, shown on this page, originates from the victorian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
   The Victorian Era   
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