Victorian Bamboo Writing Desk – Japanned Lacquer Bonheur du Jour Hall Stand
Victorian English Colonial Tortoiseshell Bamboo & Japanned Lacquer Bonheur du Jour Desk, Late 19th Century
Item Description:
A rare and striking Victorian-era English Colonial bamboo Bonheur du Jour, crafted in the late 19th century, in the style of Maison Perret & Vibert, France.
This tall, narrow, multifunctional piece beautifully merges utility with exotic elegance—serving as a compact drop-front writing desk, étagère, and hall stand all in one.
Key Features:
Materials: Finely worked bamboo with a warm tortoiseshell-toned finish, complemented by hand-painted Japanned lacquer panels.
Lacquer Decoration:
Front drop-down desk panel adorned with golden and reddish floral motifs.
Central top panel features birds (possibly pheasants) perched amid flowering branches, rendered in gold, red, and green.
Side panels and shelving also decorated with delicate lacquered designs in the Chinoiserie taste.
Structure:
One small drawer with brass pull below the writing surface.
Two upper display shelves.
Two lower open shelves.
A tilting mirror at the top (rare and functional), adding to its hall-stand appeal.
Decorative upper bamboo crest that may serve as a small rack or purely ornamental.
Style & Period:
Victorian / Edwardian Era, c. 1880–1900.
Strong Aesthetic Movement influence with Asian/Chinoiserie design cues.
Comparable to fine French bamboo furniture by Perret & Vibert.
Measurements (approx.):
Width: 25.5 inches
Desk/Table Height: 31 inches
Total Height: 62 inches
Depth : 15 inches
Condition:
This piece is in good antique condition, showing a rich, aged patina throughout. Some wear to lacquered surfaces and slight movement in bamboo joints consistent with age. Structurally sound and visually impressive.
A rare opportunity to own a decorative and functional piece of the Aesthetic era—perfect for an entryway, study, or curated interior.
Shipping via freight service due to size and fragility. Please contact us for exact quote .
Feel free to contact me with any questions or to request additional photos.
Victorian English Colonial Tortoiseshell Bamboo & Japanned Lacquer Bonheur du Jour Desk, Late 19th Century
Item Description:
A rare and striking Victorian-era English Colonial bamboo Bonheur du Jour, crafted in the late 19th century, in the style of Maison Perret & Vibert, France.
This tall, narrow, multifunctional piece beautifully merges utility with exotic elegance—serving as a compact drop-front writing desk, étagère, and hall stand all in one.
Key Features:
Materials: Finely worked bamboo with a warm tortoiseshell-toned finish, complemented by hand-painted Japanned lacquer panels.
Lacquer Decoration:
Front drop-down desk panel adorned with golden and reddish floral motifs.
Central top panel features birds (possibly pheasants) perched amid flowering branches, rendered in gold, red, and green.
Side panels and shelving also decorated with delicate lacquered designs in the Chinoiserie taste.
Structure:
One small drawer with brass pull below the writing surface.
Two upper display shelves.
Two lower open shelves.
A tilting mirror at the top (rare and functional), adding to its hall-stand appeal.
Decorative upper bamboo crest that may serve as a small rack or purely ornamental.
Style & Period:
Victorian / Edwardian Era, c. 1880–1900.
Strong Aesthetic Movement influence with Asian/Chinoiserie design cues.
Comparable to fine French bamboo furniture by Perret & Vibert.
Measurements (approx.):
Width: 25.5 inches
Desk/Table Height: 31 inches
Total Height: 62 inches
Depth : 15 inches
Condition:
This piece is in good antique condition, showing a rich, aged patina throughout. Some wear to lacquered surfaces and slight movement in bamboo joints consistent with age. Structurally sound and visually impressive.
A rare opportunity to own a decorative and functional piece of the Aesthetic era—perfect for an entryway, study, or curated interior.
Shipping via freight service due to size and fragility. Please contact us for exact quote .
Feel free to contact me with any questions or to request additional photos.
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