VICTORIAN INLAID BONHEUR DU JOUR BY EDWARDS & ROBERTS: Ebonized finish with string and marquetry inlay, burl walnut banding and ormolu mounts. Detachable upper section has a mirror front cabinet flanked by 6 drawers. The one shelf cabinet has the original velvet lining. Lower section is set with an oval leather surface over a full length drawer. The bonheur du jour was all the rage in 18th C - 1920's France and England, its purpose was combined toilet and writing table. 48''h. overall, including the reticulated gallery, x 47'' x 24''. Stamp branded ''Edwards & Roberts'' on the drawer top. Est. $3000/4000**