Louis XVI Cabinet

Superb Louis XVI-style cabinet from the Napoléon III period.
Parisien work.
Circa 1870.


Dimensions
Height 110 cm
Width 83 cm
Depth 43 cm


Louis XVI-style cabinet crafted in precious woods, notably amaranth, citronwood, pearwood, and rosewood, adorned with finely chased and mercury-gilded bronzes, flanked by two magnificent caryatids, and topped with a red royal marble top.
This piece combines the warmth of noble woods with the brilliance of gilded bronzes, in an elegant and refined harmony typical of the Second Empire.
Its balanced composition, the fineness of its chiseling, and the richness of its materials make it a prestigious piece, ideal for both classic and contemporary interiors.

The façade consists of a central door decorated with a vase containing a bouquet of flowers, above a composition of fruits, executed in several precious wood veneers. The finely chased and mercury-gilded bronzes, notably the two caryatids framing the door, add majesty and elegance to the piece.

The red royal marble top, with deep and elegant veining, crowns the cabinet with harmony and sophistication, perfectly complementing the warmth of the woods and the shine of the gilding.

This cabinet is a perfect example of the discreet luxury and refinement of the Napoléon III period, a rare piece that draws the eye and brings incomparable elegance to any interior.