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A Very Rare Neo-Classical Comptoir From A Parisian Marchand De Vin

Offered by: Carlton Hobbs, LLC

Description
A frieze around the top of three sides, decorated with foliage and buds with a central sunflower. The front is separated into three areas by four pilasters of an unusual classical order, with two further pilasters framing the end panels, the back with central kneehole flanked by two banks of four drawers. The central panel is the largest and contains two seated female figures of composition, the two flanking panels both with large volute krater vases containing floral arrangements. Painted decoration includes geometrical patterning on central and end panels. The reverse side painted green with two banks of drawers on either side of a central kneehole. One drawer rebuilt. Tests indicate one previous paint layer, the existing one probably completed close to the time of manufacture.

Research report available on request.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	A large retail counter of pine and composition, the replaced top of striated limestone.
Condition:	Excellent. Detailed condition report availible on request.
Creation Date:	Early Nineteenth Century.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Neoclassical
Dealer Reference #:	11016
Incollect Reference #:	113193

Dimensions

W.	74 in;	H.	35.5 in;	D.	23.5 in;
W.	187.96 cm;	H.	90.17 cm;	D.	59.69 cm;

Message from Seller:

Carlton Hobbs specializes in the acquisition, conservation, and research of 17th, 18th and 19th century British and Continental furniture and works of art, with a focus on pieces of exceptional merit, including specially commissioned items with royal or aristocratic provenance and pieces designed by architects.