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French 19th Century Oak Jeweler's Bench

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
This specialized oak desk was made in France. Used by jewelers, the desk’s lifted surface brings the table towards the artist, minimizing reach, and saving their aching backs. The work surface has a three quarter wood gallery and raised surface across the front. This raised edge keeps jewels and gems from rolling off the surface, when being worked. The desk is equipped with two drawers. The top drawer has a small brass knob and a single compartment. The lower drawer sits just below and has multiple compartments for keeping tools and precious stones. It is somewhat disguised without a pull and moves with the top drawer when it is open and closed. The desk is constructed with mortise and tenon joints, and wood pegs. Sometimes a simple design, well executed, is perfection.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Oak
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	175-20
Incollect Reference #:	451788

Dimensions

W.	31.75 in;	H.	34.87 in;	D.	28.62 in;
W.	80.65 cm;	H.	88.57 cm;	D.	72.69 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.