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This monumental French bronze-mounted marble-top grand buffet or sideboard, dating to circa 1920, is a powerful and richly decorative statement …
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This monumental French bronze-mounted marble-top grand buffet or sideboard, dating to circa 1920, is a powerful and richly decorative statement piece that exemplifies the height of early 20th-century French luxury furniture inspired by 18th-century royal models. Dramatic in scale and exceptional in detail, this piece was clearly conceived for a grand interior, combining architectural presence with masterful surface ornamentation.
The sideboard is crowned with a substantial shaped marble top, displaying deep, natural veining and a polished surface that provides both visual contrast and functional durability. Below, the façade is a tour de force of craftsmanship, featuring exuberant gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts applied over finely veneered panels arranged in a geometric parquetry pattern. At the center and within oval reserves appear figural ram motifs, symbols historically associated with strength, fertility, and abundance—frequent themes in grand French decorative arts.
The richly sculpted bronze mounts include scrolling acanthus, garlands, masks, and architectural flourishes, framing the case and cascading into the boldly carved cabriole legs. These legs terminate in expressive bronze-mounted feet, giving the piece a commanding stance and sculptural depth. The apron and corners are heavily enriched with ormolu, underscoring the sideboard’s status as a high-end decorative furnishing rather than a purely utilitarian object.
Behind the two doors are four hand-dovetailed drawers, offering generous concealed storage for table linens, silver, or serving pieces. This thoughtful interior configuration allows the piece to function equally well as a grand buffet, dining room sideboard, or formal serving cabinet, while maintaining a highly decorative exterior.
Dimensions:
38 1/2" H × 77" W × 28 1/4" D
A striking example of circa-1920 French bronze-mounted furniture, this grand marble-top buffet offers opulence, historical reference, and undeniable presence—ideal for collectors, designers, or interiors seeking a dramatic focal point rooted in classical French tradition.
Keywords: French marble top buffet, bronze mounted sideboard, grand French sideboard, ormolu mounted buffet, ram figural furniture, 1920s French cabinet, marble top credenza, antique style French buffet.
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- Dimensions
- 77ʺW × 28.25ʺD × 38.5ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XV
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Marble
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Oxidation present to bronze mounts. Veneer exhibits crackling, bubbling, and areas of chipping. Minor chips to the marble top. … moreCondition: Oxidation present to bronze mounts. Veneer exhibits crackling, bubbling, and areas of chipping. Minor chips to the marble top. Wear is consistent with age and use and contributes to the authentic character of this imposing decorative piece less
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