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Late Louis XVI ormolu and cameo-mounted burr yew wood and mahogany table travailleuse
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Late Louis XVI ormolu and cameo-mounted burr yew wood and mahogany table travailleuse
3715450 Late Louis XVI ormolu and cameo-mounted burr yew wood and mahogany table travailleuse (ormolu, yew & mahogany) by Weisweiler, Adam (c.1744-c.1820); 81x66x38.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Almost certainly commissioned by Dominique Daguerre. The upper tier with hinged fall-front, each tier banded to the upper edge with ebony and citronnier and ebony-lined to the interior, each tier inset with wax cameos of putti and Classical scenes within gold surrounds and beneath domed glass, on baluster and spirally-reeded supports separated by bas-relief panels, on toupie feet and castors, stamped A. WEISWEILER.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
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This photograph showcases a stunning piece of furniture, the Late Louis XVI ormolu and cameo-mounted burr yew wood and mahogany table travailleuse. Crafted by the talented Adam Weisweiler, this exquisite table measures 81x66x38.5 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Believed to have been commissioned by Dominique Daguerre, this table features an upper tier with a hinged fall-front. Each tier is adorned with ebony and citronnier bands along the upper edge, while the interior is lined with luxurious ebony. The true beauty lies in the wax cameos of putti and Classical scenes set within gold surrounds beneath domed glass inserts on each tier. Supported by baluster and spirally-reeded supports separated by bas-relief panels, this masterpiece stands gracefully on toupie feet and castors. A stamp bearing A. WEISWEILER's name further attests to its authenticity. The ornate design of this table reflects the opulence associated with Louis XVI style furniture. Its intricate details showcase Weisweiler's exceptional craftsmanship, making it a remarkable addition to any space. Captured beautifully through eChristies Images' lens, this print allows us to appreciate every delicate feature of this extraordinary piece. Whether admired for its historical significance or cherished as an exquisite work of artistry, this Late Louis XVI ormolu and cameo-mounted burr yew wood and mahogany table travailleuse truly embodies elegance at its finest
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