Cast Iron Umbrella Holder from Frères Charleville, 19th-Century

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Large Art Nouveau period Coat rack in Cast Iron composed of 7 pegs and a Mirror, signed Alfred Corneau (1825-1886) … Read more Large Art Nouveau period Coat rack in Cast Iron composed of 7 pegs and a Mirror, signed Alfred Corneau (1825-1886) Frères Charleville and bearing the number 15.
The Corneau brothers, masters of forges, created in 1846 a foundry company - Frères Charleville - specialized in ornamental cast iron, as well as in the first domestic objects of comfort. Copied throughout the world, the talented Alfred Corneau designed creations combining aesthetics and know-how.
This Umbrella stand, a reminder of a certain art of living, features a single coat hook at the top and six double coat hooks on its sides, perfect for hanging hats, jackets and coats.
In the center, an oval mirror surrounded by a pearl garland tilts at will.
Embellished with floral ornaments, the elegantly shaped backsplash is topped by a carved flower basket. The lower part forms a large umbrella stand.
The Arabesques mingle with the Leaves until the oblong Base decorated with Flowers and provided with a White Cast Iron Tray.
This Quality Coat Stand signed Alfred Corneau will dress up an entrance or a hallway in a unique way.

Period: End of XIXth century

Perfect condition.

Dimensions:
Maximum width: 65 cm
Maximum depth: 33 cm
Height: 218 cm This piece has an attribution mark,
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