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Venetian 19th Century Giltwood Carved "Vernis Martin" Style Decorated Credenza

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A fine and rare Italian Venetian 19th century giltwood carved Rococo "Vernis Martin" style decorated credenza vitrine cabinet with a marble top. The upper single door vitrine with a bombé front glass door and curved sides, crowned with a floral shell and a single upholstered wooden shelf. The lower two-door cabinet fitted with a Giallo Siena marble top above a centre open compartment flanked by two curved doors. Each door panel decorated with romantic courting scenes, the side panels decorated with the same maidens by themselves. The centre opened compartment and the back-splash panel lined with a worn burgundy velvet, all raised on four rocaille cabriolet legs. All gilt is original, Venice, circa 1860-1870. Measures: Height 102 1/4 inches (259.7 cm) Width 60 1/2 inches (153.7 cm) Depth 22 inches (55.9 cm).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 102.25 in (259.72 cm)Width: 60.5 in (153.67 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860-1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Touch ups to gilt. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A truly beautiful and rare cabinet. The fabriclining on the back and interior is worn and should be replaced. In its original antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. Some age pitting to gilt and hairlines. Please view all images.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A22061stDibs: LU179627881123

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