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Writing Table

Henri Nelson · Stamped

France, Circa 1880

A Louis XV style writing table stamped by H. Nelson, in kingwood veneer, gilt bronze, and porphyry, crafted in Paris circa 1880. This late 19th-century piece of fine cabinetmaking reprises the undulating lines of writing tables from the reign of Louis XV, executed with the refinement characteristic of the foremost Parisian workshops of the era. The serpentine top is inset with a slab of red porphyry, framed by a gilt-bronze molded rim chased with floral motifs. The frieze, veneered in chevron marquetry, is centered with a foliate gilt-bronze cartouche and adorned with floral chutes at the corners. The table rests on four cabriole legs terminating in foliate sabots. The frieze drawer conceals a fully fitted interior: two inkwells, a sliding writing tablet, and two secret compartments operated by push-buttons, all lined in green morocco leather. During this period, Henri Nelson directed his workshop at 27, rue Pasquier, near the Madeleine, producing luxury furniture in the 18th-century French taste. An elegant occasional piece, perfectly suited to a study, salon, or bedroom, while remaining a genuine writing table.

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Artist / Maker: Henri Nelson · Stamped
Circa: 1880
Origin: France
Dimensions: Height 28.9 in, Width 21.9 in, Depth 14.8 in(H. 73.5 cm × W. 55.5 cm × D. 37.5 cm)
Technique / Materials: Kingwood, gilt bronze, porphyry