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A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
for sale €5,558     $6,033
£4,750
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

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A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour

19th century
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A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour. In exceptional and original condition, this lovely piece stands on square tapered and inlaid legs with brass feet. Above is a single frieze drawer with original handles and sliding writing surface, lined with its original purple velvet. The upper section with five oak lined drawers and a bookshelf, all constructed to the highest standard and beautifully inlaid with ovals of flame mahogany and with satinwood panels to the sides. 1320mm high, 780mm wide and 510mm deep. English. Circa 1890.

Physical Dimensions
Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour to the 1890s.

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SA1172952
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Description
A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour.
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In exceptional and original condition, this lovely piece stands on square tapered and inlaid legs with brass feet.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

Above is a single frieze drawer with original handles and sliding writing surface, lined with its original purple velvet. The upper section with five oak lined drawers and a bookshelf, all constructed to the highest standard and beautifully inlaid with ovals of flame mahogany and with satinwood panels to the sides. 1320mm high, 780mm wide and 510mm deep. English. Circa 1890.

Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172952
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring oval marquetry medallions, a upper shelf superstructure, small drawers, and square tapered legs.

A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
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A satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring oval marquetry medallions, a upper shelf superstructure, small drawers, and square tapered legs.
A Superb Satinwood Bonheur Du Jour
Ref: SA1172952
A satinwood bonheur du jour writing desk featuring oval marquetry medallions, a upper shelf superstructure, small drawers, and square tapered legs.
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A bonheur du jour is a small type of ladies writing desk that emerged in France during the eighteenth century. Characterised by a flat writing surface topped by a raised superstructure containing drawers or shelves, it was designed for writing notes and storing correspondence.

These pieces are typically constructed using fine cabinet woods such as satinwood, mahogany, or rosewood. They frequently feature decorative veneers, stringing, marquetry or parquetry inlays, and cast brass handles and caps.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer linings, secondary timber construction such as oak or pine, original brass hardware, and natural wear or oxidisation around drawer runners and edges.

A bonheur du jour functions effectively as a compact writing station in a living room alcove, a bedroom vanity desk, or a decorative focal point in an entryway hall, paired with a classic or minimalist side chair.

Keep the desk away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lift or wood shrinkage. Clean surfaces using a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year.
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