Showrooms

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Wrought Iron Console by Gilbert Poillerat

Creator: Gilbert Poillerat
Offered by: Thomas Gallery Ltd.

Description
An Elegant and Timeless French Midcentury Modern Neoclassical Wrought Iron and Fossilized Limestone Console by the French master ironworker of "Les Annees 40", Gilbert Poillerat, Paris.. This iconic work represents the ethos of Poillerat's work and the French Forties period (1937-1949). It is a sublime work of materials, craftsmanship, design and above all, thematic content. Crafted by hand in hammered iron, Poillerat delicately allows light and space between his forms so the piece can breathe and speak. The form is delicate and rhythmic, the legs are bold and tapered, the apron has symbolic circles, squares and stars cut out and the top is elegantly floating. The piece is filled with symbol and metaphor and is meant to encourage people to hang on, to take to the divine circle and stars, as they go through the most difficult time of their lives during WWII. Overall, Poillerat's console is a masterful work of craftsmanship, concept and poetry. Dimensions: H 28 x W 28.25 x D 10.12

Additional References: Andre Arbus, Marc du Plantier, Jacques Quinet, Jacques Adnet, Raymond Subes, Edgar Brandt, Gio Ponti.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Limestone, Wrought Iron, Gilt, Hammered, Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	794558

Dimensions

W.	28.25 in;	H.	28 in;	D.	10.13 in;
W.	71.76 cm;	H.	71.12 cm;	D.	25.73 cm;

Message from Seller:

T. Thomas Gargiulo came from a dual background as a Ph.D. in Psychology with extensive training in Art History and Anthropology to form Thomas Gallery in downtown Manhattan in 1997 to balance intellectual with design pursuits. Since its inception the gallery has seen decorative arts as a vibrant representation of human culture of each age and as a portal to understanding it. P: 917.434.4032 E: thomasgalleryltd@gmail.com