Blackened Wood Cabinet by Georges Henri Laurent, 1880s

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Georges henri laurent (1880–1940) was a french decorative artist and painter, active during the first half of the 20th century. … Read more Georges henri laurent (1880–1940) was a french decorative artist and painter, active during the first half of the 20th century. A member of the union des artistes modernes (uam) alongside figures such as robert mallet-stevens and le corbusier, he contributed to the revival of decorative arts in france with a modernist spirit. He stood out for his work in furniture, interior decoration, and textile design, embracing clean and functional forms in line with the uam's principles. His work reflects a pursuit of harmony between utility and aesthetics.

blackened wood cabinet
quadrangular body opening with an upper compartment, a central drop-down panel entirely carved on both sides with a perched feline and a khmer temple, and a lower section with two solid doors in burled wood veneer. Solid side base with a recessed lower section.
with veneer losses, scratches, stains, and a slight gap between the drop-front and the lower doors.
conical drawer pulls painted with a stylized flower motif.
signed.

dimensions
h : 150 cm; w : 55.5 cm; d : 34 cm
h : 59 in ; w : 21.9 in ; d : 13.4 in See less