Neo-Gothic Style Solid Walnut Sheath, Late 19th Century

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Important sheath in solid Walnut in the Neo-Gothic taste, topped with a square section. This one is embellished in its … Read more Important sheath in solid Walnut in the Neo-Gothic taste, topped with a square section. This one is embellished in its circumference with a Moulding and scalloped decorations in Half-Flowers, with Leaves in the angles.
The lower part, with a Concave shape, is decorated with fluted friezes. Underneath, this Sellette presents in Protuberance of Large Friezes with Godron motifs, flanked in their corners by a Beautiful Acanthus Leaf in fall.
This Exhibit is built on four Sides slightly narrowed in the lower part. These last ones present Beautiful decorations with Defoncement, exposing a Half-Flower decorated with Petals, Volutes and Rinceaux descending.
The Ensemble rests on a generously molded, projecting Shower Base, elegantly finishing its Silhouette.
This Sheath with Height of support will be incontestably noticed for its beautiful Manufacture and its Solidity. Faithful to its traditional function, it will be able to be used as a decorative object, or, to be installed in a hallway, as a Vide Poche. ********

Period : End of XIX.

Excellent condition after restoration in our workshop. Waxed finish only. See less