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Inlaid Mahogany Bonheur Du Jour
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Inlaid Mahogany Bonheur Du Jour

19th century
For Sale by Camden Antiques
Description

A charming late Victorian period inlaid mahogany bonheur du jour circa 1895. Of excellent construction in solid mahogany with attractive mahogany veneers. The top section with with a domed top over a recessed mirror and flanked by a pair of stationary cupboards which are surmounted by a brass gallery. The lower section with a single drawer and a fold over writing slope (fitted with its original black leather writing surface). All standing on tapering square legs, united by an under-tier and terminating in spade feet. All doors and drawers are lockable (keys supplied). Decorated with inlaid detailing and banding throughout. This lovely desk has been sympathetically refinished in our workshops and is now offered for sale in excellent condition.

Dimensions:

Width 91cms

Depth 51cms

Overall height 118cms

Height of writing surface 73cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Bonheur Du Jour to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245100
Dealers Internal Reference
18522
Description
A charming late Victorian period inlaid mahogany bonheur du jour circa 1895. Of excellent construction in solid mahogany with attractive mahogany veneers.
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The top section with with a domed top over a recessed mirror and flanked by a pair of stationary cupboards which are surmounted by a brass gallery.
Camden Antiques

The lower section with a single drawer and a fold over writing slope (fitted with its original black leather writing surface). All standing on tapering square legs, united by an under-tier and terminating in spade feet. All doors and drawers are lockable (keys supplied). Decorated with inlaid detailing and banding throughout. This lovely desk has been sympathetically refinished in our workshops and is now offered for sale in excellent condition.

Dimensions:

Width 91cms

Depth 51cms

Overall height 118cms

Height of writing surface 73cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Bonheur Du Jour to the 1890s.

Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245100
Dealers Internal Ref
18522
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Camden Antiques Profile Page

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An antique mahogany bonheur du jour featuring satinwood oval marquetry inlays, a central arched mirror, brass gallery detailing, a single lower drawer, and tapered square legs.
Inlaid Mahogany Bonheur Du Jour
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleSheraton Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass, Mirror Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOval marquetry patera, Brass gallery rail, Tapered square legs, Satinwood crossbanding
  • SizeH 118 cm (46 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

A bonheur du jour is a type of small writing desk originating in 18th-century France. Characterised by an upper cabinet or superstructure mounted above the main writing surface, it was historically designed for personal correspondence, holding stationery, and storing small trinkets.

These pieces typically feature a solid mahogany or mahogany-veneered carcass decorated with marquetry, satinwood crossbanding, and boxwood stringing. The upper superstructure often incorporates small side cupboards, open shelving, or a central mirror, finished with brass gallery rails and cast brass handles.

Authentic antique examples display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, hand-carved mouldings, and age-related wear on interior surfaces. Genuine marquetry features hand-cut timber veneers rather than printed patterns, alongside original cast brass hardware and secondary timbers such as oak or pine in drawer linings.

A bonheur du jour functions as an occasional desk in a living room alcove, a hallway console table, or a bedroom vanity space. Pair the wood tones with neutral wall palettes, modest desk lamps, and subtle ceramics to integrate historical furniture into modern decorative schemes.

Position the desk away from direct sunlight, radiators, and fluctuating humidity to prevent veneer lifting or timber contraction. Dust surfaces regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a beeswax polish annually to preserve the timber finish.
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