Small Charles X Style Writing Cabinet, 19th Century

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Small writing cabinet in the Charles X style, made up of two elements. Its belt is fitted with a central … Read more Small writing cabinet in the Charles X style, made up of two elements. Its belt is fitted with a central drawer whose front is decorated with beautiful light wood marquetry surrounded by a lemon tree net. In the center, a fitted brass key is accompanied by an original working lock and highlighted by a threaded entry. Below, a ¼ round with brass square goes around the edge of the furniture. This set rests on 4 legs turned into a spindle with fixed grooves, with a brass ogee collar at the top and at the bottom, a concave-shaped spacer which connects and maintains the solidity of the four legs. In the center, we find a bronze pine cone. The feet are turned into a top shape.
This cabinet has an upper part equipped with two doors decorated with light wood compositions. These inlays are made up of roses, branches and foliage. Each scene is highlighted by lemon tree fillets. Between the two doors, we find a brass surface-mounted joint cover with groove on each side. The original lock is accompanied by a mesh entry highlighting the passage of the key. When opening, we discover a shelf. Below, two small drawers complete this storage space.
This cabinet has a writing part that folds out on brass hinges. It rests on the open drawer. in the center we find new oxblood-colored leather with cold sticker, gold sticker and patterns on the corners.
Finally, the top of the piece of furniture is lined with an openwork brass gallery with a return on the front.
Refined and elegant, this small piece of quality furniture with sculpted ornamentation will delight with its functionality and ideal dimensions.



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Period: Mid-19th century

Excellent condition after restoration in our workshop.
Satin varnish finish

Maximum dimensions:
Width: 73 cm
Depth: 46.5 cm
Height: 146 cm See less