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Keywords: Gabriel Viardot, Art Nouveau, Japonisme, Swivel shelf, Carved wood, Dragon decoration, Orientalism, Openwork shelves, Clawed legs, French furniture, 19th century, Japanese style, Universal Exhibition
Rare Gabriel Viardot Richly carved swivel book shelf attributed to Gabriel Viardot, a renowned Parisian cabinetmaker known for his interpretaton of Japanese style furniture. The piece, dating to around 1880, features openwork swivel shelves, clawed legs, and a marble top.
Measurement: 30 1/2 x 19 3/4 x 19 3/4 in. (77.5 x 50.2 x 50.2 cm.)
Category: 58
Condition: Some eveidence of restoration otherwise good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Shelves spin well
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