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282 - Bonheur du jour
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Estimation
CHF 800 - 1,000 (€870 - 1,100)Sale fees
Bonheur du jour France, Napoleon III period, ca. 1870. Ebonized wood, mahogany, tortoiseshell, and brass—sawn and engraved; bronzes—chiseled and fire-gilded. The body is shaped like a slanted writing desk with a hinged lid, resting on tall, delicately curved legs. The frame is ebonized and features fine Boulle marquetry on three sides. The top shelf is framed by an openwork, gilded metal gallery. Interior features mahogany drawers. Writing surface covered in green leather. Original key. Signs of age and wear; the Boulle marquetry is partially in need of restoration. Depth 45 cm, Width 73 cm, Height 91 cm A CITES certificate is required for the export of this item. The buyer is responsible for obtaining this document. The Zofingen Auction House cannot arrange for international shipping. Auction date: November 25, 2026 Approximate auction time: 3:40 p.m. CET
Auction details
Autumn Auction 2026 (Day 1 of 4)Auction house
Auktionshaus Zofingen +41 6 27 51 63 51 info@auktionshaus-zofingen.chDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.