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Pair of Large 19th Century Russian Neoclassic Brass Decorated Mahogany Baskets

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This fine pair of large late 19th century Russian baskets or hampers made in mahogany, brass inlaid panels with fabric and embroidered taping trim come from the estate of Mrs. John Gutfreund. Made in an open work manner with solid mahogany ribs that have then been inset with brass trim panels that are interspersed with flat roundels. The open work ribs are then filled from the back with a fine broad cloth creating a closed container from the sides. Formed as an hourglass shape the central section is bisected by a broad raised brass banded border, the center of which is also fabric treated with a gold embroidered blue broad cloth. Mr. & Mrs Gutfreund held the highest potion in the social order of both New York and Parisian life. He was both an international banker, investment specialist, and business investor culminating his career as the CEO of Salomon Brothers. She was a jet setting social lite who chaired many foundation boards, was a large contributor to charities and traveled the world in search of beautiful thing. Both their Paris home and the apartment at 834 Fifth Ave. in New York had interiors done by one of the 20th centuries most influential designers Henri Samuel. A number of books published to present his work focused on these two residences which along with his own innovative custom furniture and upholstery ideals and accessories featured the finest in classical and neoclassical furniture of fine from France, England and Russia set against the back drop of these counties great and important fine art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Baltic States
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU811324851302

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