French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint
$6,500.00
SKU: 3958-5
Dimension: 42.25"H x 61"W x 25"D
Dimensions: 42 ¼” H x 61” W x 25” D
A very unique French Empire 19th century buffet, or desserte server, in demilune profile and more recent painted finish of uncertain age. The top surface is a handpainted faux marble that is nearly all black except for delicate wisps of smoky gray veining. In the frieze are three drawers: one in each corner that swings outward at an angle, and one wide drawer in the center, all using lion-motif ring pulls. The case is washed in an ethereal tone of French gray with matte texture and mottled variation blending streaks of white, gray, and blue pigment that might easily blend with Directoire or Gustavian tastes more than the opulence of Empire. Carved wood caryatids in ebonized (painted) effect flank the pair of doors at center, which open in tandem by working lock and key. Inside the case are two shelves at different depths that could be perfect to use this case piece as a dry bar or dining room storage. The caryatids terminate at the floor as robust, pawed feet, while the ebonized pilasters toward the back are undecorated. Please view the detailed images to see more of this inspired buffet.
Upper shelf: 13 ⅝” D
Lower shelf: 19 ¾” D
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Dimensions: 42 ¼” H x 61” W x 25” D
A very unique French Empire 19th century buffet, or desserte server, in demilune profile and more recent painted finish of uncertain age. The top surface is a handpainted faux marble that is nearly all black except for delicate wisps of smoky gray veining. In the frieze are three drawers: one in each corner that swings outward at an angle, and one wide drawer in the center, all using lion-motif ring pulls. The case is washed in an ethereal tone of French gray with matte texture and mottled variation blending streaks of white, gray, and blue pigment that might easily blend with Directoire or Gustavian tastes more than the opulence of Empire. Carved wood caryatids in ebonized (painted) effect flank the pair of doors at center, which open in tandem by working lock and key. Inside the case are two shelves at different depths that could be perfect to use this case piece as a dry bar or dining room storage. The caryatids terminate at the floor as robust, pawed feet, while the ebonized pilasters toward the back are undecorated. Please view the detailed images to see more of this inspired buffet.
Upper shelf: 13 ⅝” D
Lower shelf: 19 ¾” D
Details
Additional information
| Dimensions | 25 × 61 × 42.25 in |
|---|---|
| Age | Antique / Vintage |
| Condition | Good |
| Date of Manufacture | 1800s |
| Materials | Brass, Carved, paint, Painted, Wood |
| Period | |
| Place of Origin | |
| Style |
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