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A Late 19th Century French Napolean III Marquetry Poudreuse or Work Table
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A Late 19th Century French Napolean III Marquetry Poudreuse or Work Table

19th century
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An elegant French Napolean III marquetry podreuse or work table dating to the late 19th century. The hinged top inlaid in the rococo style with amboyna and satinwood to depict floral sprays and scrolling cartouches, the sides highlighted all around with a birds-eye maple panel with ebonised stringing and decorative brass mouldings, on four shaped ebonised legs with embossed brass mounts united by a similarly inlaid undertier with further brass edging. The top lifts to reveal the original dressing mirror and a partitioned interior. Would make a lovely lamp table but as it inlaid and polished to the rear can also be used freestanding in the centre of a room.

In good condition, the lock works and comes with a key, the mirror has signs of age and spotting and there is a brass mount missing from the lower part of one leg. A poudreuse is a type of dressing table with a mirrored lid that lifts up to reveal a vanity area, the term originates from the French ‘poudrer’ meaning to powder.

The overall dimensions at the largest points are approximately

Width - 53.7cm (21 1/8in)

Depth - 39cm (15 1/4cm)

Height - 75.5cm (29 3/4cm)

Ref: 0729

Physical Dimensions
Height
75.5cm (29.72")
Width
53.7cm (21.14")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

The Antique Furniture Company has dated this Napoleon III Marquetry Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129158
Dealers Internal Reference
0729
Dealers Notes

When buying it is important appreciate antiques have long histories of daily use and as such, over time they gain minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits, signs of old woodworm, lifts and losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We describe the main flaws and those that fall outside of this bracket but cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase but cannot refund the return shipping cost. If you are not sure please do not buy without clarifying or take the view that the only way to have it as near to new as possible is to have it fully and comprehensively restored.

For delivery we use a small carrier experience in carrying antique furniture. Delivery is usually within 31 days and the carrier will make arrangements with you directly. We can provide contact details of other carriers if required.

Description
An elegant French Napolean III marquetry podreuse or work table dating to the late 19th century. The hinged top inlaid in the rococo style with amboyna and satinwood to depict floral sprays and scrolling cartouches, the sides highlighted all around with a birds-eye maple panel with ebonised stringing and decorative brass mouldings, on four shaped ebonised legs with embossed brass mounts united by a similarly inlaid undertier with further brass edging. The top lifts to reveal the original dressing mirror and a partitioned interior.
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Would make a lovely lamp table but as it inlaid and polished to the rear can also be used freestanding in the centre of a room.
The Antique Furniture Company
fig 1. A late 19th-century French Napoleon III work table featuring floral marquetry inlays, ebonised legs, a single lockable drawer, and a lower shelf with brass mouldings.
fig 1. A Late 19th Century French Napolean III Marquetry Poudreuse or Work Table

In good condition, the lock works and comes with a key, the mirror has signs of age and spotting and there is a brass mount missing from the lower part of one leg. A poudreuse is a type of dressing table with a mirrored lid that lifts up to reveal a vanity area, the term originates from the French ‘poudrer’ meaning to powder.

The overall dimensions at the largest points are approximately

Width - 53.7cm (21 1/8in)

Depth - 39cm (15 1/4cm)

Height - 75.5cm (29 3/4cm)

Ref: 0729

Height
75.5cm (29.72")
Width
53.7cm (21.14")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Furniture Company has dated this Napoleon III Marquetry Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129158
Dealers Internal Ref
0729
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A late 19th-century French Napoleon III work table featuring floral marquetry inlays, ebonised legs, a single lockable drawer, and a lower shelf with brass mouldings.
A late 19th century French Napolean III marquetry poudreuse or work table
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Originating in 19th-century France under the reign of Emperor Napoleon III, a poudreuse or work table is a versatile piece of small furniture traditionally used for needlework, personal grooming, or storing small belongings.

Craftsmen of this era combined fine wood veneers such as walnut, rosewood, and kingwood with ebonised wood detailing, floral marquetry inlays, and gilded bronze or brass mouldings.

Authentic pieces feature precise hand-cut timber marquetry, period-correct cast brass or ormolu mouldings, hand-cut drawer dovetails, and genuine age-related oxidisation on the metal mounts.

These compact tables function effectively as sofa end tables, bedside nightstands, or decorative hallway accent furniture when paired with contemporary art or understated lighting.

Dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth, maintain a stable indoor humidity level to prevent veneer lifting, and avoid applying abrasive polish or harsh chemical cleaners to the metal hardware.
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