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Fine Scottish Bonheur-de-jour by Morrison

19th century
Sold 8 October 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Superb, highest quality, Scottish small size Bonheur-de-jour or Ladies desk by Morrison & Co. of Edinburgh. Made from mahogany and satinwood with various boxwood and ebony line inlays and brass decoration. The drawers are all cedar lined throughout with all the original locks and brass handles. Square tapered legs with boxwood & Ebony line inlay and original brass castors. I think the green baize inside is even original. Every brass lock is stamped by the lock maker and also Morrison & Co. Edinburgh. You couldn't wish for a better example !!

SIZE; 30" wide by 18" deep by 35" high overall. 29 1/2" to the top when closed up. Writing height when folded out is 28 1/2".

CIRCA; 1890 - 1910

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bonheur-de-jour to the 19th Century.

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SA1167499
Dealers Internal Reference
11514
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Description
Superb, highest quality, Scottish small size Bonheur-de-jour or Ladies desk by Morrison & Co. of Edinburgh. Made from mahogany and satinwood with various boxwood and ebony line inlays and brass decoration. The drawers are all cedar lined throughout with all the original locks and brass handles. Square tapered legs with boxwood & Ebony line inlay and original brass castors. I think the green baize inside is even original. Every brass lock is stamped by the lock maker and also Morrison & Co. Edinburgh. You couldn't wish for a better example !!

SIZE; 30" wide by 18" deep by 35" high overall. 29 1/2" to the top when closed up. Writing height when folded out is 28 1/2".

CIRCA; 1890 - 1910

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
45.5cm (17.91")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Bonheur-de-jour to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167499
Dealers Internal Ref
11514
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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Archive I An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View VI
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Archive IX An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View IX
Archive X An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors. View X
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An antique mahogany bonheur-de-jour with four small upper drawers, a central open compartment, a pull-out writing surface, and slender tapered legs on castors.
Fine Scottish Bonheur-De-Jour by Morrison
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Regency
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass gallery rail, Inlaid stringing, Tapered legs, Drop-front or pull-out writing slide
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 45.5 cm (18 in)

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A bonheur-de-jour is a small, light type of writing desk that first appeared in France during the mid-eighteenth century, typically featuring a small set of drawers and shelves above the main writing surface.

These pieces were traditionally crafted from fine hardwoods such as mahogany, satinwood, or walnut, frequently accented with marquetry inlay, brass gallery rails, and gilt-bronze mounts.

Authentication relies on examining timber ageing, hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, traditional construction methods, and makers marks or stamps where applicable.

This piece works well as a focal point in a home office or living room, paired with a minimalist chair to balance the classical silhouette with modern simplicity.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and clean periodically with a soft, dry cloth, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the polish.
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