Showrooms

French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
Dimensions: 42 ¼” H x 61” W x 25” D

A very unique French Empire 19th century buffet, or desserte server, in demilune profile and more recent painted finish of uncertain age. The top surface is a handpainted faux marble that is nearly all black except for delicate wisps of smoky gray veining. In the frieze are three drawers: one in each corner that swings outward at an angle, and one wide drawer in the center, all using lion-motif ring pulls. The case is washed in an ethereal tone of French gray with matte texture and mottled variation blending streaks of white, gray, and blue pigment that may just as easily blend with Directoire and Gustavian tastes than the opulence of Empire. Carved wood caryatids in ebonized (painted) effect flank the pair of doors at center, which open in tandem by working lock and key. Inside the case are two shelves at different depths which could be perfect as a dry bar or dining room storage. The caryatids terminate at the floor as robust, pawed feet, while the ebonized pilasters toward the back are undecorated. Please view the detailed images to see more of this inspired buffet.

Upper shelf: 13 ⅝” D
Lower shelf: 19 ¾” D

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass, Carved, paint, Painted, Wood.
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1800's
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Empire
Dealer Reference #:	3958-5
Incollect Reference #:	817914

Dimensions

W.	61 in;	H.	42.25 in;	D.	25 in;
W.	154.94 cm;	H.	107.32 cm;	D.	63.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.