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A stunning antique English Victorian papier mâché flip-top parlor table in the manner of Jennens and Bettridge (1816–1870)
Born in …
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A stunning antique English Victorian papier mâché flip-top parlor table in the manner of Jennens and Bettridge (1816–1870)
Born in the mid-19th century, Chinoiserie taste, profusely decorated including hand painted polychrome floral decoration, ebonized, lacquered, parcel gilt, abalone, mother of pearl inlays, serpentine top with scalloped molded edge, tripod pedestal base with spiral turned barley twist standard, resting on three gracefully curved scroll legs.
Dimensions: (approx)
29" High, 22" Wide, 23" Deep
Provenance / Acquisition:
John Phifer Marrs collection.
Important auction house J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas, May 2021 catalog, presented a special curated collection from John Phifer Marrs, premier Southern interior designer known for an elegant, fresh and inviting design method, often called The New Southern Style.
John's work has been regularly featured in local and national publications including the venerable Architectural Digest, Traditional Home, and many others. He recently released his new book, Interiors for Collectors, and stays busy with both design work and author appearances.
Condition:
Great condition overall with beautifully aged patina, heavily worn, distressed chippy paint finish with light losses and outstanding craquelure finish.
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- Dimensions
- 22ʺW × 23ʺD × 29ʺH
- Table Shape
- Oval
- Styled After
- Jennens and Bettridge
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Abalone
- Lacquer
- Mother-of-Pearl
- Paper Mache
- Condition
- Good Condition, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Great condition overall with beautifully aged patina, heavily worn, distressed chippy paint finish with light losses and outstanding craquelure finish. Great condition overall with beautifully aged patina, heavily worn, distressed chippy paint finish with light losses and outstanding craquelure finish. less
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