Marquetry Writing Desk With 2 Inkwells Napoleon III Period

BOULLE MARQUETRY OFFICE WRITER
Napoleon III period (19th century)

Superb rectangular-shaped writing desk with slightly sloping lid,made of precious wood veneer and rich Boulle-style marquetrybrass and contrasting elements (probably pewter or tinted mother-of-pearl).mother-of-pearl).

Thedecor, of great finesse, features a sumptuous ornamental repertoire arabesques and symmetrical cartouches, organized around a central medallion. central medallion. The whole bears witness to the eclectic and refined tasteof the Second Empire, inspired by 17th-century modelsin the spirit of André-Charles Boulle.

The interior accommodates its two original inkwells, completing this elegant and functional office piece.

Framed by metal fillets emphasizing the lines, beautiful patina of use and particularly dense and harmonious decoration.

Features:

• Era: Napoleon III (circa 1850-1870)
• Materials: veneered wood, brass and alloy marquetry
• Decor: scrolls, arabesques, symmetrical cartouches
• Equipment: two inkwells
• Style: Boulle / Second Empire