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Nics Freres forged iron console

Creator: Nics Frères
Offered by: Calderwood Gallery

Description
Nics Freres forged iron console (#1892)
Classic French Art Deco console by Nics Freres, circa 1925, in forged iron. 51” wide x 34” high x 16” deep. The Nics brothers, Michel and Jules, were Hungarian metalworkerss and furniture makers, were active in Paris beginning in the later years of the 20th Century’s first decade.They were known for their fine iron work which was produced, completely by hand, to the highest standards of 18th and 19th Century French work. Their hand-hammered silvered finish gained their work distinction and they rejected die-stamping and file work as heresy. They made consoles, balustrades, iron gates, balcony railings and various models of lighting. Their chandeliers, torcheres, and sconces were constructed in wrought iron and often housed opalescent glass shades or panels. Nics Freres participated in the 1914 Salon of the Societe des Artistes Francais.

In 1925 they were commissioned to create the wrought-iron furnishings for a hairdressing salon by renowned Art Deco designer Jacques-Emile Ruhlman.

There is also a single pedestal version of this console, see #1893.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco
Dealer Reference #:	1892
Incollect Reference #:	796746

Dimensions

W.	51 in;	H.	34 in;	D.	16 in;
W.	129.54 cm;	H.	86.36 cm;	D.	40.64 cm;

Message from Seller:

Calderwood Gallery, established in 1982, specializes in original French Art Deco furniture and photography, showcasing works by renowned designers such as Ruhlmann, Dufrene, and Leleu. Located at 242 Geiger Rd., Philadelphia, PA, the gallery can be reached at 215.327.8664 or via email at calderwood.gallery@gmail.com.