Napoleon III Coffee Table in Violet Wood

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Napoleon III side table in marquetterie exotic wood and bois de violette, France, late 19th century. Upper surface equipped with … Read more Napoleon III side table in marquetterie exotic wood and bois de violette, France, late 19th century. Upper surface equipped with a removable glass tray and connected to the lower surface by wavy uprights. Entirely decorated with finely chiseled gilded bronzes, used to make the edge of the tops, the handles and the classic-style applications depicting corncucopias, leafy and floral elements, ribbons and masks. The goat-shaped shoes are also in gilded bronze. Restored. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
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