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A pair of gilt-bronze, parquetry and marble pedestal by Alexandre Hugnet, Paris

Creator: Alexandre Hugnet
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A pair of gilt-bronze, parquetry and marble pedestal by Alexandre Hugnet, Paris
French, Late 19th Century
Height 122cm, width 43cm, depth 43cm

Made by the Parisian craftsman Alexandre Hugnet, son of the cabinet maker Ainé Hugnet, whom Alexandre succeeded at his Faubourg Saint Antoine atelier in 1880, these fine pieces were made towards the end of the nineteenth century. Hugnet is perhaps best known for winning a Silver Medal at the 1889 Exposition Universelle, and worked predominantly in the Louis XVI style, though his style incorporated elements of other periods.

This fine pair of pedestals consists of marble tops, parquetry faces, and gilt-bronze mounts, in a bombe shape, with curving faces and short gilt feet. The decoration is expressive yet refined, combining Louis XV style with Louis XVI refinement. The faces feature a simple yet effective parquetry cross-hatched design, and the marble itself is a naturally pleasing pattern and colouration. A vibrant and elegant pair, they are bound to enliven and enrich any worthy interior space.

Artist/Maker: Alexandre Hugnet

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ormolu, parquetry, marble.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16990
Incollect Reference #:	580209

Dimensions

W.	16.93 in;	H.	48.03 in;	D.	16.93 in;
W.	43 cm;	H.	122 cm;	D.	43 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.