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Description
Style & Period
This exceptional French wall-mounted dressing table dates from the Art Nouveau period around 1900 and combines functional …
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Style & Period
This exceptional French wall-mounted dressing table dates from the Art Nouveau period around 1900 and combines functional design with artistic ornamentation. Characteristic features include the curved lines, floral carvings, and harmonious symmetry, which impressively reflect the organic forms of French Art Nouveau. The warm wood grain and the finely crafted details lend the piece an elegant and sophisticated appearance.
Manufacturer
The manufacturer is unknown. The craftsmanship, the construction, and a preserved French shipping label on the back suggest it was made in France.
Function
The wall-mounted dressing table features a large central mirror and two side storage compartments, each with a drawer. Originally designed as an elegant vanity mirror for bedrooms or dressing rooms, the piece is equally suitable today as a decorative wall mirror for hallways, bedrooms, or stylish living spaces.
Material & Craftsmanship
Made of solid wood and veneered wood elements in a warm walnut tone. The intricately carved Art Nouveau ornaments, profiled cornices, and original wooden knobs underscore the high-quality craftsmanship of the period.
Dimensions
Width: 127 cm
Height: 107 cm
Depth: 32 cm
Condition
The dressing table is in good original condition for its age, with an authentic patina. Signs of age-related wear are present. There is some minor woodworm infestation and other traces of its past use. The right drawer has cracks in the wood. Overall, the piece is decorative and sturdy, making it an excellent choice for collectors of original French Art Nouveau furniture. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 50ʺW × 12.6ʺD × 42.13ʺH
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Mirrored Glass
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
Returns & Cancellations
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Cancellation Policy - Prior to shipping or local pickup, buyers may cancel an order for up to 48 hours, unless otherwise specified.
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