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Napoleon Bonaparte Folding Campaign Desk & Field Armchair
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Napoleon Bonaparte Folding Campaign Desk & Field Armchair
Musée d’Auxonne – Réédition par Grange (France)
Individually Numbered
An exceptional and historically grounded folding desk and campaign armchair, officially produced as a numbered museum re-edition by the renowned French manufacturer Grange.
Both pieces are inspired by the original furniture associated with Napoleon Bonaparte during his early military years in Auxonne (1788–1791), now preserved at the Musée Bonaparte d’Auxonne in Burgundy, France.
Each piece bears its original brass plaque:
• Table de Napoléon Bonaparte – Numérotée 226
• Fauteuil de Napoléon Bonaparte – Numérotée 641
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Historical Context
Before empire, before coronation — Napoleon was an artillery officer stationed in Auxonne. His environment was austere, disciplined and practical. This set reflects precisely that ethos.
The design language references Directoire and early Empire influences, yet remains intentionally restrained — almost military in its simplicity.
This is not an 18th-century antique. It is an officially sanctioned museum reproduction, crafted in limited numbered series, likely late 20th century.
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The Folding Desk
A compact, campaign-style writing desk designed for mobility and functionality.
Features:
• Fully foldable construction
• Solid wood frame
• Framed inset top
• Slender tapered legs
• Original numbered museum plaque (No. 226)
• Clean, disciplined proportions
Dimensions:
Width: 94 cm
Depth: 48 cm
Height: 73 cm
The table folds elegantly, reinforcing its campaign and military portability origins.
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The Folding Campaign Armchair
A refined field armchair with remarkable construction detail.
Features:
• Fully collapsible X-frame base
• Solid wood structure
• Hand-stitched leather seat and back
• Leather tension strap with buckle
• Brass hinges and hardware
• Classical scroll arm detail
• Original numbered museum plaque (No. 641)
Dimensions:
Width: 65 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Height: 93 cm
Seat height: 43 cm
Arm height: 67 cm
The leather displays a rich, natural patina. Structurally sound and fully functional.
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Condition
Very good vintage condition.
Minor wear consistent with age and use.
Leather with characterful patina.
Mechanisms fully operational.
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Collector’s Note
This set bridges:
• Historical narrative
• French craftsmanship
• Military campaign design
• Limited museum production
Ideal for:
• Library interiors
• Executive office settings
• Napoleonica collectors
• Interior designers seeking historical statement pieces
A rare opportunity to acquire a complete, numbered museum edition campaign ensemble.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialWood, Leather, MetalNumber of items2Height93 cmWidth65 cmDepth50 cmSeat height43 cm
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About this seller
Den Haag, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since March 2022 • 65 sales