Portefeuille formant écritoire en maroquin vert doré aux petits fers du début du XIXe siècle, signé Garnesson / Au Palais Royal

marqué au nom de M^r. Duplessis de Grénédan 

The illustration is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks due to age and use. As visible on the illustration, there are some minor traces of water. The top is sun faded and the reverse is not. The key is missing. Two small very dry areas on the lateral sides with break to the leather.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Nicolas-Jacques Garnesson, marchand de nécessaires, était installé au n°155-156 des galeries du Palais Royal. Il collabora avec les principaux fournisseurs de la Cour impériale, puis ceux de la cour des Bourbons. A sa mort en 1824, son fils Hippolyte reprit l'activité familiale.
Ce portefeuille fut très probablement réalisé pour Louis-Joseph du Plessis de Grénédan (1767-1842) : maire éphémère de Rennes en 1792 et légitimiste convaincu, il fut député d'Ille-et-Vilaine sous la Restauration.