Adam Weisweiler
French, 1744 - 1820
Adam Weisweiler (c. 1750-1810) was a German-born cabinetmaker who worked in Paris during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He was renowned for his exceptional skill in crafting furniture in the neoclassical style, and his work was highly sought after by the French aristocracy.
Weisweiler's pieces were characterized by their clean lines, elegant proportions, and richly veneered surfaces. He was particularly known for his use of mahogany and exotic woods, as well as his intricate inlay work and ormolu mounts. Many of his designs featured classical motifs, such as fluted columns and ancient Greek and Roman decorative elements.
Weisweiler's work was highly valued during his lifetime, and his pieces were owned by many of the most prominent members of French society, including Queen Marie Antoinette and the Marquis de Lafayette. Today, his furniture is highly prized by collectors and museums around the world for its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance.
Examples of Weisweiler's work can be found in the collections of the Louvre Museum in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, among others.
Weisweiler's pieces were characterized by their clean lines, elegant proportions, and richly veneered surfaces. He was particularly known for his use of mahogany and exotic woods, as well as his intricate inlay work and ormolu mounts. Many of his designs featured classical motifs, such as fluted columns and ancient Greek and Roman decorative elements.
Weisweiler's work was highly valued during his lifetime, and his pieces were owned by many of the most prominent members of French society, including Queen Marie Antoinette and the Marquis de Lafayette. Today, his furniture is highly prized by collectors and museums around the world for its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance.
Examples of Weisweiler's work can be found in the collections of the Louvre Museum in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, among others.
Pair of Neoclassical style round side tables, manner of Adam Weisweiler
H 29.92 in DIA 14.57 in
$ 45,000
AN EXQUISITE STEEL AND GILT BRONZE CENTER TABLE WITH FOSSIL MARBLE TOP
H 29 in W 30 in D 18 in
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