Rosewood and gilded bronze table from the era of Napoleon III

A desk made of rosewood and gilded bronze from the Napoleonic era, a magnificent French work table from the late 19th century, crafted from bois de violette, with a wavy shape, featuring a square-shaped top with brass inlays and surrounded by gilded bronze beading on the edge. It is a central table, with all sides framed in bronze; the front is additionally decorated with a floral motif nozzle and a shaped lower ribbon, with a removable drawer consisting of a deep compartment for storing essential household items of the time, mainly sewing supplies. Working lock and key. 

It rests on tall, arched legs decorated with gilded bronze elements. When opened, it is equipped with a mirror under the top and a pull-out shelf divided into three compartments. 

It comes from a wealthy private family from Milan and is in good condition; it has been restored and polished with shellac in our workshop.

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