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Italian-Style Faux Marquetry & Ormolu Buffet w/ Hutch
Estimate:
$800 - $2,000
Sold
$120
Live Auction
Palo Alto Luxury Estate Sale
Category
Description
A magnificent Italian style buffet and hutch, masterfully crafted in the Louis XV style, featuring a serpentine form, elaborate faux marquetry, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts. This exquisite two-piece ensemble consists of a lower buffet sideboard and an upper vitrine hutch, both adorned with intricate floral inlays, classical motifs, and luxurious embellishments. The buffet sideboard has a central inlaid panel framed by ormolu accents and flanked by serpentine glass display cabinets with shaped glass doors and gilt trim. The interior includes a shelved storage compartment concealed behind a paneled door. The buffet's top surface is smooth and polished, making it ideal for serving or displaying decorative objects. The upper vitrine hutch mirrors the serpentine design, with a glass-paneled front and sides, allowing for full visibility of its contents. The interior features three glass shelves, lined with damask-patterned fabric, providing an elegant display space for porcelain, glassware, or fine collectibles. The marquetry work continues across the facade, complemented by gilt bronze mounts and appliques, adding an extra layer of opulence. This impressive Italian buffet and hutch set is a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship, influenced by Louis XV and Rococo Revival aesthetics, and showcases both functionality and grandeur. Includes 3 keys. Buffet dimensions: 74"L x 19"W x 42"H. Hutch dimensions: 73"L x 17"W x 51"H.
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: In description
Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: In description
Condition
Age related wear.