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A Fine Antique 19th Century Wood and Bronze Inlaid Desk, French or Russian
H & H Gallery
for sale €40,950     $44,450
£35,000
H & H Gallery

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A Fine Antique 19th Century Wood and Bronze Inlaid Desk, French or Russian

19th century
For Sale by H & H Gallery
Description

Exquisite quality wood and bronze inlaid desk with shelfs.

Condition: Very Good

Dimensions: H: 80 cm, W: 85 cm, D: 45 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

H & H Gallery has dated this French Ormolu Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA765569
Dealers Internal Reference
HHGE 7252
Description
Exquisite quality wood and bronze inlaid desk with shelfs.

Condition: Very Good

Dimensions: H: 80 cm, W: 85 cm, D: 45 cm

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

H & H Gallery has dated this French Ormolu Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA765569
Dealers Internal Ref
HHGE 7252
H & H Gallery
H & H Gallery
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2020

European and islamic art

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A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure.
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Archive I A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure.

A Fine Antique 19th Century Wood and Bronze Inlaid Desk, French or Russian

Archive II A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View II
Archive III A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure. View VII
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H & H Gallery

H & H Gallery
Telephone 020 8951 9319
Location
8 Chase Road
Unit 1
The Chase Centre
London
NW10 6QD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hhgallery
Verified Since Nov 2020
Items For Sale 114
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H & H Gallery
H & H Gallery
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A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure.
A Fine Antique 19th Century Wood and Bronze inlaid Desk, French or Russian
Ref: SA765569
A 19th-century dark wood writing desk featuring elaborate gilt-bronze floral ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, and an asymmetrical raised side superstructure.
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A bonheur du jour is a style of small writing desk with a raised rear cabinet or shelf superstructure that originated in 18th-century France and regained immense popularity during the 19th century. Typically decorated with elaborate gilt-bronze mounts and curvilinear Rococo forms, these writing tables were designed for personal correspondence in formal drawing rooms or private boudoirs.

Pieces from this era were typically constructed using fine hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or kingwood veneer over an oak framing. The decorative accents consist of mercury-gilded cast bronze, known as ormolu, which was chasing-finished by hand and mounted directly onto the timber body.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy, finely hand-chased bronze castings held in place by handmade steel or iron screws visible from the interior. Look for natural oxidation on the timber underside, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and minor casting irregularities characteristic of 19th-century foundry work.

An ornate gilt-bronze mounted desk works well as a dramatic focal point in a contemporary study, hallway, or living space. Contrast its elaborate gilded detailing by pairing it with minimalist seating, neutral wall finishes, and simple modern art.

Dust gilt-bronze mounts gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding chemical cleaners or abrasive metal polishes which can strip the gilding. Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight, applying a thin coat of natural beeswax polish annually to protect the veneer.
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