February Estate Finds
Lot 7:
Description
Keywords: Napoleon III Era, Longwy Porcelain, 19th Century, Chinese-Japanese Style, Luxury Furniture, Orientalism, Aesthetic movement, Art pottery, Chinoiserie
Important Gabriel Viardot Planter with Longwy Oriental Motif Porcelain Inserts
Artist Bio: Gabriel Viardot starts his career in the Jeanselme furniture workshop, furnisher of the Napoleon III court, before starting his own as a wood sculptor in 1849. He was then already the head of a small sculptors team even though he was only 19 years old. The 1870’s are considered as a pivot for the furniture maker, as he decides to dedicate himself to the Chinese-Japanese kind furniture, that he could observed in the 1867 Great Exhibition. Gabriel Viardot participates to the numerous exhibitions that marked the artistic scene of the Second half of the 19th century. Each of his participations was crowned with success, indeed, he wins in the 1878 great Exhibition-the first where he exhibits in the section dedicated to the luxury furniture- a silver medal, then in Antwerp in 1885 and in Paris in 1889 and 1900, a gold one.
Measurement: 35 3/4 x 28 1/2 x 13 in. (90.8 x 72.4 x 33 cm.)
ID: : 84
Condition: Overall sturdy and presents well. Some nicks and chips consistent with age and use. Decorative elements missing. Please inspect photos and ask specific questions
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