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A Directoire Brass Mounted Mahogany Bonheur du Jour
Estimate: $1,000-$2,000
Passed
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description

A Directoire Brass Mounted Mahogany Bonheur du Jour

19th Century


Height 51 1/4 x width 31 1/2 x depth 19 1/2 inches.


This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition
In overall decent, stable condition. Old scuffs, marks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. One side of the case with a slightly lighter, sunfaded finish. The writing surface on top warped slightly, does not impact overall aesthetic unless viewed viewed very closely. Small area of brass inlay at front right corner of writing surface lifting with a detached element. The writing surface with wear. The writing surface pulls out to reveal a pen rest and two ink wells. The middle drawer on proper right side of superstructure with detached pull, pull is located inside drawer. Additional images available upon request.