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A special antique paint decorated French Louis XV style Bonheur-Du-Jour, ladies' writing desk, France, circa 1880. A beautifully hand-painted desk … Read more A special antique paint decorated French Louis XV style Bonheur-Du-Jour, ladies' writing desk, France, circa 1880. A beautifully hand-painted desk adorned with flowers and tranquil scenery depicting a young lady amidst a verdant countryside landscape by a lake with a lamb at her feet against a blue tinged sky, signed by the artist ("PRAT"). An open shelving gallery rests upon a serpentine desktop with a velvet-lined writing slide within the apron, raised on classic cabriole legs garnished with hipped ormolu mounts and decorative sabots. A rare and exquisite antique finely executed full of warmth and charm. See less
- Dimensions
- 22ʺW × 18.5ʺD × 41ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XV
- Rustic European
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Table Knee Clearance
- 23.5 in
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Paint
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- In good condition consistent with age and use. Age-appropriate wear to the finish and velvet on the tablet. Structurally sound. In good condition consistent with age and use. Age-appropriate wear to the finish and velvet on the tablet. Structurally sound. less
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