Small Charles X Writing Dressing Table, 19th Century

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CHARLES X period dressing table in Precious wood veneer with marked decorations, lemon maker, foliage, foliage and flowers, framed by … Read more CHARLES X period dressing table in Precious wood veneer with marked decorations, lemon maker, foliage, foliage and flowers, framed by two nets.
The top has a perimeter made of four concave elements, with a tab, with lemon tree. This flap is equipped with hinges and held in the open position by a brass compass. A key activates an original hook lock allowing its closure.
The interior, dark of a mirror, also offers a compartmentalized space with candle holder.
This small piece of furniture opens on the front by a drawer, with similar marquetry, with lock and key.
It also offers a lemonwriter writing space, dressed in dark blue leather, accompanied by its pen and inkwell.
The whole rests on feet cut into lyres, connected by a spacer turned with colleagues and lemon meter. This piece of furniture is mounted on small brass casters.
This little dressing table, with meticulous and thoughtful realization, will attract the eye with its beauty and ornaments.

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Era: beginning 19th century

Excellent condition. Satin varnished finish. See less