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Lacquer and gilt bronze cabinet in the Japonisme style by Rosel

Creator: Rosel
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Lacquer and gilt bronze cabinet in the Japonisme style by Rosel
Belgian, late 19th Century
Height 185cm, width 94cm, depth 43cm

The cabinet is wrought from veneered wood and is decorated with gilt mounts and Japanese style lacquered panels. The lower section of the cabinet features a door decorated with a large gilt bronze framed lacquer panel, while the edges of the cabinet feature gilt bronze mounts. The upper part of the cabinet features a frieze drawer below a section featuring two drawers, two cabinet doors, and three satin lined cubbyholes. The upper section is further decorated with lacquer panels and gilt bronze mounts. The cabinet is topped by a crown inset with a clock and mounted with twin scrolling lights.

The clock dial is signed ‘Rosel’, an interior plaque is signed ‘Rosel / Fabricant / Bruxelles’, and the back is stamped with ‘Rosel’. Rosel was a Brussels based furniture maker renowned for its Japonisme and Chinoiserie style pieces, which won numerous awards, including at the Chicago Worlds Fair in 1893.

Artist/maker: Rosel (Belgium, 1874 to early 20th Century)

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Belgium
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Lacquer, onyx, ormolu, satin, wood.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16804
Incollect Reference #:	492240

Dimensions

W.	37.01 in;	H.	72.83 in;	D.	16.93 in;
W.	94 cm;	H.	185 cm;	D.	43 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |