Travel Writing Desk In Thuja Burl, Napoleon III Period - Mid-19th Century

Beautiful travel writing desk in cedar burl and ebonized wood with brass inlays depicting a monogram in the center, surrounded by foliage, elegant scrolls and mother-of-pearl. This writing desk is characterized by its turbulent and curved lines. On the top, each face has cedar burl surrounded by rosewood and brass fillets, framed in ebonized wood. The edges are dressed in rounded brass rods. The upper part opens using an original key, accompanied by its lock in working order. We discover three mail racks forming a correspondence sorter. The opening of this storage space allows that of the writing part thanks to brass hinges. We discover a rosewood surround and a magnificent red leather with cold stamps, golden stamp and small angles. A tab at the top allows the opening of a mahogany storage space. The writing desk is also equipped with two inkwells and a pencil case. In addition to the functional aspect, you will appreciate the ornamentation of this Napoleon III writing desk. A beautiful object that attracts attention and arouses curiosity. ******** Period: Mid-nineteenth Excellent condition. Catering in our workshop. Varnished finish. Additional photos available by clicking on the following link: https://www.antiquites-lecomte.com/boutique/univers-de-lecriture-et-de-la-lecture/ecritoire-de-voyage-en-loupe-de- thuya-period-napoleon-iii-mid-nineteenth Delivery on request with careful packaging and appropriate protection. Dimensions of the closed writing desk: Height: 21 cm Depth: 31 cm Width: 35 cm Ref: 704U