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Napoleon III Style Ebony Ormolu Cabinet.

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"This ebony ormolu cabinet is crafted from Empire style ebony under Napoleon III. In the 19th century, the Empire style prevailed in the years 1800 to 1815. Symmetry of lines, balance and order are characteristic of Empire style. This style embodies the art of sophistication, seduction and at the same time imbued with the greatness of Napoleon III. Thus, luxury Napoleon III style cabinet has very rampant arrogance and pathos, drama and flair. The top of the French cabinet is luxurious and noble white marble. Below the marble is a two-wing cabinet made from jet black ebony with mysterious and classy colors. The borders are acanthus motifs in the colors of ancient Greece. Consecutive acanthus motifs surround the pentagonal cabinet. The upper two corners of the front face are carved with the bust of a beautiful and elegant woman. French aristocratic beauty in the 19th century. Engraved curves combined with classic acanthus and anthemia motifs bring indescribable beauty. Marquetry brings a glamorous and glossy look to the French ormolu cabinet. The front door or the door is carved with a vase that has flowers, leaves, and beautiful fruits like a sealed painting. The flowers and vases are made from marble, enamel, green onyx imprinted on the wooden surface. Thanks to the many colors of marble, the painting of a vase with flowers and fruits become more vivid and brings a unique beauty. The locks on either side of the door are carved with ormolu acanthus patterns. Luxury Napoleon II ebony ormolu cabinet has four low legs to create space for the cabinet. Four legs with a rounded base provide a rounded, elegant, and comfortable feel. Aprons on the bottom of the cabinet are carved with acanthus and seashell motifs. This luxury cabinet has clearly shown the characteristics of Empire, Consulat is encrusted with designs with many different materials combined such as metal, marble, precious stones, precious wood, ivory, seashells. Thanks to the Napoleon III style, this antique cabinet becomes an antique cabinet with a timeless elegant design.".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45.28 in (115 cm)Width: 48.82 in (124 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850-1870
  • Condition:
    Rewired. Repaired: This cabinet is after very good quality renovation.
  • Seller Location:
    Warsaw, PL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5826225166172
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