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Antique Hand Carved Phoenix & Dragon w. Large Mirror Side Table Entry Hall Stand

About the Item

Rare large and extremely sculptural wall table with marble inlay and beveled mirror. If you are appreciative of rare and sculptural antiques then this large mirror / side table could be exactly what you are looking for. The quality and the patina of the large, fighting phoenix bird and dragon frame is second to none and for it to be in such good condition is truly amazing. It takes a special craftsman and artist to create such a piece, the type that you simply don't find anymore in this day and age. Because of the subject matter and the great quality, the first name that comes to mind would be that of master sculptor Gabriel Viardot. However, Viardot virtually made all of his dragon sculptures in the Chinoiserie style and this piece is clearly more European. In terms of the quality of the carvings, whomever created this unique piece of furniture certainly was no less artistic or skilled as Viardot, because this piece really is among the best you will ever see. The way in which this hand carved wooden phoenix is holding the shield-like beveled mirror in its claws and the way the dragon seems to try to fend off the enormous and fierce phoenix is both dramatic and impressive at the same time and it will never seize to amaze you or anyone visiting. Especially when you see the detailed carvings and the true size of this work of beauty in real life, you will be stunned. By the way, we learned that in imperial China, the dragon and the phoenix were respectively associated with the Emperor and the Empress, representing a divine harmony. Maybe it was that story that inspired a clearly very talented artist to hand-create this unique antique. One of the reasons why this large & rare antique is in such great condition, is because it can partially and easily be (dis)assembled. If you need more reasons not to let this majestic antique get away from you: our price for this once in a lifetime find even includes perfect packing (in custom made crates) and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days. Maximum height x width x depth: 104.5 x 49 x 22 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again). You can shop all our 1000+ listings by pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'.
  • Similar to:
    Gabriel Viardot (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 104.5 in (265.43 cm)Width: 49 in (124.46 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please also read our item description.
  • Seller Location:
    Lisse, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Hw11234067-USfg Free shipping1stDibs: LU2341336890872

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