Rare 19th century French solid kingwood 'whatnot'

Rare 19th century French solid kingwood ‘whatnot’

This rare 19th century French solid kingwood whatnot is certainly a work of cabinetmaker, leader of Japonism, Gabriel Viardot (1830-1904).

It is surmounted by a varnished polished bronze dragon that is frequently found in the cabinetmaker’s production.

The lower part also has shelves whose upright is decorated with a wrapped dragon in varnished polished bronze.

H.98cm
W.69cm
D.40cm

19th Century French Burr Elm open shelf bookcase.

19th Century French Burr Elm open shelf bookcase.

The stylish slight shaped pediment, resting on a plain rectangular top rail, with matching side uprights, resting on a mirrored base, and the shortest decoratively shaped bracket feet.

The sectioned panelled sides are so attractive to gaze upon.

The shelved interior having a lower long drawer.
Both central side drawers blocking a matching central sliding panel, with a secret drawer appearing behind.

 

20th century French provincial farmyard oil on canvas.

20th century French provincial farmyard oil on canvas.

By J P Vezzeos
49 x 57cm
I’m strongly considering re colouring the frame, or at least the oak mount, possibly gold touch the plaster frame.
Years ago I wrote an article ‘To Frame or not to Frame’ for Period Style Magazine, you can see it under ‘Media’.
19th century French oak refectory/dining/sofa table.

19th century French oak refectory/dining/sofa table.

SOLD before in showroom!
The well patinated three plank cleated top, above a narrow skirt, resting on rectangular chamfered legs, with octagonal moulded feet, joined by a rectangular moulded ‘H’ stretcher.
Great overall colour and patination.
2.2m x 70cm
Cleaned,lightened, highlighted and re wax finished.
C.1880 France
This table will be enjoyed as a stylish long sofa table in a bright spacious living area overlooking the most beautiful green farmland and rolling hills, can’t wait to see in situ.