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French Art Nouveau Side Table by Edouard Colonna

Creator: Edouard Colonna
Offered by: Macklowe Gallery, Ltd

Description
A French Art Nouveau mahogany side table with carved decoration in an abstract curvilinear vegetal motif by Edouard Colonna (1862-1948).

Along with Louis Comfort Tiffany, Edouard Colonna was one of the main designers who worked for Siegfried Bing and who, under Bing's guidance, was responsible for the creation of what is known today as the Modern Style, or Art Nouveau. Colonna is remembered for his tasteful elegance and his use of abstract forms to create a graceful linear rhythm and dynamic intertwining lines. While he occasionally started with a floral motif, Colonna abstracted nature to create the impression of a flower bud or bloom held within a carefully constructed geometric scheme. This design scheme is evident in the delicate carvings ornamenting each leg of the table and in the overall rhythm of the piece. Colonna furniture, jewelry and designs for small objects like scarf and money holders would become the backbone of Bing's business. By 1898 a number of his works were on display at Bing's L'Art Nouveau.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1900-1919
Creation Date:	France, Circa 1900.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Nouveau
Book References:	A similar table is pictured in: "The Paris Salons 1895-1915, Vol. III: Furniture", by Alastair Duncan, Woodbridge, Suffolk: Antique Collectors' Club, 1996, p. 109.
Dealer Reference #:	F-15517
Incollect Reference #:	170336

Dimensions

H.	24 in;	Diam.	31.5 in;
H.	60.96 cm;	Diam.	80.01 cm;

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