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Pair of Napoleon III Marquetry Inlaid Secrétaires Abbatant

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A pair of Napoleon III gilt-bronze mounted, Marquetry Inlaid Secrétaires Abbatants, by Henry Dasson, After the Model by Jean-Francois Dubut. Stamped to the reverse of the bronze mounts 'HD' for Henry Dasson. This remarkable pair of Louis XV style secrétaires are based on the celebrated model by Jean-François Dubut (maître in 1760), illustrated in P. Kjellberg, "Le Meubles français du XVIIIe siècle", Paris, Éditions de l'Amateur, 2008, p.6 and 327. Embodying the flowing natural curves characteristic of the Louis XV style they became a highly appreciated model in the 19th century, with important versions made by leading ébénistes of the day including Dasson, Monbro, Lexcellent and Sormani. French, Circa 1880.
  • Creator:
    Henry Dasson (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 46.86 in (119 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 11.42 in (29 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Rewoven. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The cabinets have been lightly polished to bring out their wonderful original colour.
  • Seller Location:
    Brighton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B756401stDibs: LU1028024246562
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