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Antique Louis XVI Style Mahogany, Ormolu and Marble Cabinet

Creator: Mercier Frères (Attributed)
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Louis XVI Style Mahogany, Ormolu and Marble Cabinet, attributed to Mercier Frères
French, 19th Century
Height 98cm, width 223cm, depth 55cm

Standing on toupie feet, this cabinet is crafted from mahogany and is richly decorated with gilt bronze foliate and scrolled mounts. Below a rectangular grey marble top are three frieze drawers with ormolu handles. The front features three lockable parquetry cupboard doors with ebonised wood border. The sides of the cabinet are similarly decorated.

The present piece was likely crafted by distinguished French furniture manufacturer Mercier Frères, established in 1828 by Claude Mercier. It was recognised as one of the leading Parisian firms of the 19th century, participating in most of the major International Exhibitions of the fin-de-siècle.

Artist/maker: (attributed to) Mercier Frères (French, est. 1828)

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ebonised wood, marble, marquetry, ormolu, wood.
Styles / Movements:	Louis XVI
Dealer Reference #:	15608
Incollect Reference #:	463542

Dimensions

W.	87.8 in;	H.	38.58 in;	D.	21.65 in;
W.	223 cm;	H.	98 cm;	D.	55 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.