19th Century French Renaissance Henry II Walnut Buffet

Description

A most impressive antique, circa 1880, French carved walnut marble-top top buffet- sideboard server with nicely aged patina.

Born in … more A most impressive antique, circa 1880, French carved walnut marble-top top buffet- sideboard server with nicely aged patina.

Born in France during the late 19th century Renaissance Revival, hand-crafted of warm, rich solid walnut, exceptionally executed in 16th century King Henry II taste, very well-made, high-quality craftsmanship, construction and detailing throughout.

Featuring the original rouge marble top with striking white veining, surmounted by an elaborately shaped hand-carved acanthus scrolled shell crest, over large open display shelf with ornate foliate scroll flourish rinceaux relief plaques with grotesque satyr mask, tall paneled backsplash affixed with floating shelf with reticulated raised gallery, flanked by classical turned column supports.

The lower case with inset rouge marble slab and rectangular stepped molded edge, atop apair of dovetailed protruding frieze drawers with ggadrooned molding and original brass pulls, over spiral turned baluster-form pillars, two cabinet doors embellished in relief ornamentation open to reveal generous storage space, rising on platform base with large open shelf, further raised on sturdy bun feet.

Dimensions: (approx)
75" High, 51.25" Wide, 19.5" Deep

Excellent original antique condition. Presents splendidly. Strong, sturdy, stable and structurally sound. Elegantly aged patina over the whole. May have minor age appropriate wear. less