A beautifully made French early 19th century rosewood box on stand, with lift up lid opening to a lovely satinwood interior, all made to a very high standard. The top is finely initialled C. S. J., a small drawer beneath, standing on elegant legs with supporting cross stretcher, original brass toes and castors. Stamped to the base Lesage Paris.
A historic professional repair to one leg see photo otherwise all in excellent condition, made around 1820s, a fine rare box on stand
stamped Antoine-Nicolas Lesage Paris.
A.N. Lesage 1784-1841 founded the Union des Arts 2 rue de la Grange-Bateliere offering fine furniture and decorative furnishings, a must see establishment of the early 19th century.
Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.
Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441
All measurements taken at the widest point.
Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1220843
Dateline of this antique is Regency
Height is 93cm (36.6inches)
Width is 70cm (27.6inches)
Depth is 47cm (18.5inches)
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