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Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
for sale €6,728     $7,303
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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

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Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour

19th century
Description

No: 412L

A particularly fine and rare Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur du Jour with purplewood crossbanding and silvered mounts, the scrolling pediment with a central urn shaped finial above two oval inlaid cupboard doors revealing adjustable shelves and a shelf, the frieze with a single drawer and the whole raised on square tapered legs terminating in brass cups and casters.

Circa 1780

Price :£ 5750

Height:40”, 102 cms, Width:26”, 66 cms,

Depth: 16”, 41cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Sheraton Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour to the 1800s.

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SA1136584
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412L
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Description
No: 412L

A particularly fine and rare Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur du Jour with purplewood crossbanding and silvered mounts, the scrolling pediment with a central urn shaped finial above two oval inlaid cupboard doors revealing adjustable shelves and a shelf, the frieze with a single drawer and the whole raised on square tapered legs terminating in brass cups and casters.

Circa 1780

Price :£ 5750

Height:40”, 102 cms, Width:26”, 66 cms,

Depth: 16”, 41cms.

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Sheraton Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136584
Dealers Internal Ref
412L
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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A Sheraton period satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring a upper cabinet section with twin oval panel doors, tapered square legs, and brass castors.
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Archive I A Sheraton period satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring a upper cabinet section with twin oval panel doors, tapered square legs, and brass castors.

Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur du Jour

Archive II A Sheraton period satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring a upper cabinet section with twin oval panel doors, tapered square legs, and brass castors. View II
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Oxfordshire
OX28 6BU
United Kingdom
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A Sheraton period satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring a upper cabinet section with twin oval panel doors, tapered square legs, and brass castors.
Sheraton Period Satinwood Bonheur du Jour
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A Sheraton period satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring a upper cabinet section with twin oval panel doors, tapered square legs, and brass castors.
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A bonheur du jour is a type of small, lightweight writing desk that originated in France during the 1760s and quickly gained popularity across Europe, particularly during the English Georgian and Sheraton periods. Characterised by a flat writing surface with an attached raised cabinet or shelf unit at the back, it was traditionally designed for ladies private correspondence, bookkeeping, and small keepsakes.

During the late 18th century, cabinetmakers crafted Sheraton style bonheur du jour desks using high-grade timber, with satinwood being particularly prized for its pale, golden lustrous grain. Construction often featured tulipwood, rosewood, or boxwood crossbanding and inlay, set over a solid pine or oak carcase, finished with brass castors and drop handles.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, uneven hand-planed timber surfaces on the rear and underside, and genuine wear patterns around original lock plates and feet. The satinwood should show natural depth and patina acquired through age rather than a modern uniform synthetic coating.

Due to its compact footprint and slender silhouette, a bonheur du jour works well in modern living rooms, master bedrooms, or quiet alcoves as a dedicated writing station or decorative dressing table. Positioning the desk near natural side lighting highlights the figured satinwood grain and inlaid details.

To preserve satinwood veneers, position the furniture away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent timber movement or lifting inlays. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and an occasional thin application of beeswax polish will protect the original finish and patina.
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