French Louis XVI Carrara Marble Top Mahogany Buffet in the Maison Jansen Style, Mid-Century

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This refined French Louis XVI mahogany buffet with Carrara marble top makes a handsome and enduring addition to any interior. … Read more This refined French Louis XVI mahogany buffet with Carrara marble top makes a handsome and enduring addition to any interior. Inspired by the disciplined symmetry of ancient Greece and Rome, its tailored rectilinear architecture is softened by subtle French nuances, creating a balance of strength and elegance that feels both classical and livable.
Executed in exquisite mahogany, the case displays a rich depth of tone and beautifully figured grain. Fine brass molding trim crisply outlines the drawers and cabinet doors, lending definition and precision to the façade. The drawers are fitted with ring pulls mounted on brass guards, complemented by lively cast brass key escutcheons that add a touch of ornament without excess.
The slightly projecting front corners form fluted columns, drawing the eye downward in true Louis XVI fashion to tapered and fluted legs, each finished with brass sabots that provide a polished, tailored conclusion to the silhouette. The luxurious Carrara marble top, shaped to follow the contour of the corner posts, features a subtle cove bevel that enhances its profile and underscores the craftsmanship of the piece.
The doors open wide to reveal generous storage, making the buffet as practical as it is elegant. Dating to the mid-20th century and executed in the manner of Maison Jansen, it reflects the continued appreciation for neoclassical discipline during the French mid-century period — where classical heritage was reinterpreted with clarity, restraint, and impeccable proportion.
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Circa mid-1900s.
Measures 41.5H x 63.5W x 19.5D
Available for pickup in the Dallas Design District, Dallas, Texas See less