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Napoleon III Inlaid Writing Table / Centre Table
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Napoleon III Inlaid Writing Table / Centre Table

19th century
Sold 18 November 2024 · Merchant House Antiques
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Description

Very stylish 19th century Napoleon III inlaid writing table , French circa 1870’s with original handles and brass mounts

Would also make a lovely free standing centre table , single drawer , having been cleaned and wax polished

Height under the drawer 24.5 inches

Height 77 cms

With 100 cms

Depth 58 cms

Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Napoleon III Writing Table to the 1870s.

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SA1093981
Dealers Internal Reference
Mha059/2190/4022
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Description
Very stylish 19th century Napoleon III inlaid writing table , French circa 1870’s with original handles and brass mounts
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Would also make a lovely free standing centre table , single drawer , having been cleaned and wax polished.
Merchant House Antiques

Height under the drawer 24.5 inches

Height 77 cms

With 100 cms

Depth 58 cms

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Napoleon III Writing Table to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1093981
Dealers Internal Ref
Mha059/2190/4022
Merchant House Antiques
Merchant House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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A rectangular antique wooden writing table featuring intricate geometric and floral marquetry on the top and frieze drawer, accented with cast brass mounts and tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular antique wooden writing table featuring intricate geometric and floral marquetry on the top and frieze drawer, accented with cast brass mounts and tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Napoleon III Inlaid Writing Table / Centre Table

Archive II A rectangular antique wooden writing table featuring intricate geometric and floral marquetry on the top and frieze drawer, accented with cast brass mounts and tapering legs. View II
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Cotswold and Devon
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Verified Since Apr 2008
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Items Sold 4,220
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A rectangular antique wooden writing table featuring intricate geometric and floral marquetry on the top and frieze drawer, accented with cast brass mounts and tapering legs.
Napoleon III inlaid writing table / centre table
Ref: SA1093981
A rectangular antique wooden writing table featuring intricate geometric and floral marquetry on the top and frieze drawer, accented with cast brass mounts and tapering legs.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks and Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III
  • MaterialWalnut, Rosewood, Mahogany, Ormolu
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Geometric veneer patterns, Cast brass mounts, Tapering legs

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The Napoleon III style, spanning the Second French Empire, is characterised by an eclectic revival of historical French aesthetics, notably Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI designs, often featuring rich marquetry, elaborate gilt-bronze mounts, and exotic woods.

These pieces typically utilized a carcase of oak or pine veneered with exotic woods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut, embellished with intricate floral or geometric marquetry and cast brass or gilt-bronze hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hand-cut dovetail joints, the type of secondary woods used internally, the manual application of traditional French polish, and the natural ageing and oxidisation of the brass mounts and veneers.

Such a piece serves as a striking focal point in a contemporary setting by pairing its ornate wood grain and classical proportions with minimalist seating or neutral backdrops to highlight its craftsmanship without visual clutter.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, maintaining stable indoor humidity, and dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth without using silicone-based polishes.
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