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A pair of French 19th century Empire st. mahogany chests

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A very elegant pair of French 19th century Empire st. ormolu mounted mahogany 1-door and 1-drawer chests, with all original gilt. The pair are raised by corner blocks joined by a curved shaped apron, the sides are refinished the same.... — Read More

  • Item # 3775
  • H: 32 in L: 25 in D: 17 in

    H: 81 cm L: 64 cm D: 43 cm

  • France
  • 19th Century
  • Mahogany, Ormolu
  • Empire st. Read More
  • (Empire st.) - Neo-Classical in style, it was inspired by the decorative motifs and characteristics of Greco-Roman models, characterized as noble and massive. Mahogany, Rosewood, and Ebony were the preferred woods. Brass or gilt mounts in the form of swags, festoons, laurel wreaths, torches, and mythological creatures were used. Also common were the Napoleonic emblems of the bee, the crown, and the letter "N". After Napoleon conquered Egypt, he was so inspired by what he saw there, and he instructed his cabinet makers to include designs of sphinxes, Cariatides, and other Egyptian figures, in their creations.
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A pair of French 19th century Empire st. mahogany chests

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