American Art Association; Tolentino, Raoul [Oth.]: Gothic and Renaissance Italian and French art: gathered by Raoul Tolentino, expert antiquarian of Rome : fourth session, April 25, 1924 (New York City: American Art Association, 1924)

Fourth Session


779—Inlaid “Bonheur-du-jour” with Ormolu Mounts
French, Louis XV Period
Oblong with projecting and rounded corners, on lightly scrolling legs
with bronze feet and knees in acanthus pattern; one drawer of three
compartments each with sliding cover; top with two doors and two
drawers, bound and galleries in bronze. All surfaces, including a lower
shelf, inlaid in exotic woods with landscapes and buildings in great
variety, vases and objects of household utility and adornment.

Height, 35 inches; length, 28 inches.