{"product_id":"antique-burgaute-black-lacquer-mother-of-pearl-sewing-table-circa-1850-1880","title":"Antique Burgauté Black Lacquer \u0026 Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Table Circa 1850–1880","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Price Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The price listed above covers the item only. It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edoes not\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e include shipping or professional crating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate Shipping Invoice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This item is too large for standard delivery. After checkout, we will contact you with a professional crating and freight quote. We will bill this to you on a separate invoice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant a Quote First?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you prefer to know the shipping cost before purchasing, please click our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e link or call us with your delivery zip code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique Burgauté Black Lacquer \u0026amp; Mother-of-Pearl Gilt Sewing Table Circa \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in c1850–1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 29\" High x 22 1\/2\" Wide x 16 1\/2\" Deep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional 19th-century Victorian sewing table is a stunning example of classic Chinoiserie furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed in the \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eNapoleon III style\u003c\/span\u003e, which was highly popular in France during the mid-to-late 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exterior features a rich, glossy black lacquer ground decorated with highly detailed, hand-painted gold gilt scrollwork, foliage, and architectural landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe top lid and side panels display intricate burgauté mosaic borders made from hundreds of tiny, hand-set abalone shell fragments that flash radiant hues of pink, green, and gold in the light. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front and top faces showcase traditional hand-carved mother-of-pearl figural scenes depicting figures in boats, pavilions, and bridges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scalloped top lifts to reveal a remarkably well-preserved, deep storage basin lined in clean, tufted yellow-gold silk velvet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow the main body is an integrated, smooth-lined pull-out drawer featuring a delicate mother-of-pearl floral handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe table is supported by elegant, out-swept cabriole legs terminating in an X-shaped lower stretcher adorned with a prominent, centrally turned urn finial and gold scrollwork medallions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Antique Condition given its age, with wear consistent with historical use and age. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe table stands perfectly sturdy; the joints, cabriole legs, and lower stretcher\/finial base are strong and stable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe yellow silk-velvet tufted interior and flat drawer lining are remarkably clean, vibrant, and free of major staining or tears. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere some areas of missing mother-of-pearl inlay on the central architectural scene of the top lid. Very m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einor hairline stress fracture visible in the lacquer to the right of the front keyhole. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight rubbing\/fading to the gold gilt borders on the lower rim and back panel. No key. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50147350282490,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/8614\/4762\/files\/DED97D13-1C12-4234-BFC0-DFA471871155.jpg?v=1787334535","url":"https:\/\/pauljacobsantiques.com\/products\/antique-burgaute-black-lacquer-mother-of-pearl-sewing-table-circa-1850-1880","provider":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}