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An exceptionally fine pair of French Second Empire (Napoleon III) Boulle Revival card-tables; the hinged and swivelling tops of elaborate serpentine form, enclosing a shaped baize-lined playing surface within broad ebony borders inlaid with cut-brass. The exteriors richly veneered on all surfaces with panels of engraved cut-brass premiere and contra partie arabesque scrollwork on red-foiled tortoiseshell (turtle) grounds, and further applied with gilt-brass borders, bearded masks and foliate mounts on the boldly-shaped cabriole legs. This fine pair of tables, which would have been described a ‘Buhl’ when made, are classic examples of the mid nineteenth century fascination for the ‘ancien regime’.
Dimensions
89cm wide, 44.5cm deep and 79cm highCondition report
In excellent conditionStock number
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The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
