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A Pair of Napoleon III Pietre Dure Bookcases
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A Very Fine Pair of Napoleon III Style Pietre Dure Bookcases Attributed to Auguste-Hippolyte Sauvrezy (1815-1854).
This exceptional pair of ebonised bookcases each have a moulded cornice above a pair of glazed doors set within finely cast gilt-bronze frames and enclosing three adjustable shelves, all above a frieze drawer and a pair of cupboards with moulded frames.
The frieze beneath the cornice is inlaid with panels of Brèche Violette marble centred by a lozenge of Rouge Griotte. The uprights and frieze drawer of each bookcase are inlaid in Sarrancolin with cabochons of Lapis Lazuli; the frieze drawer centred by a lozenge of Verde Antico.
Sauvrezy, specialised in ebonised furniture often in the classical style and nearly always incorporating pietre dure or fine hard stone inlay.
French, Circa 1850.
- Attributed to:Auguste-Hippolyte Sauvrezy (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 109.45 in (278 cm)Width: 61.03 in (155 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Brighton, GB
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