Boulle Desk, Napoleon III From The Nineteenth Century.

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Object description :

"Boulle Desk, Napoleon III From The Nineteenth Century."

The image depicts a beautiful Boulle desk from the Napoleon III period (mid-19th century). It is a luxurious piece of furniture characterized by its intricate marquetry work and use of contrasting materials.
Materials
The desk is crafted from ebony veneered with brass .The brass is meticulously cut into intricate floral scrolls and geometric patterns. This technique, known as Boulle marquetry, is named after André-Charles Boulle, a renowned French craftsman who perfected it in the 17th century.
Decoration
The desk features a variety of decorative elements, including:

Floral marquetry on the facade and top

Gilt bronze mounts adorning the legs, keyholes, and other hardware

A leather writing surface

Price: 9 000 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Gilted wood
Width: 118
Height: 76
Depth: 73

Reference: 1033100