Lot 271
French President Valery Giscard d'Estaing Coin Cabinet (circa 1680)
Rare and Elegant "Bird" Cabinet in Marquetry
The front opens with various doors and drawers richly adorned with intricate marquetry decorations of birds set in architecturally designed landscapes. The molded top opens with a lid, while the sides are decorated with large palatial scenes populated by animals and exotic birds. The interior of the doors contains hidden drawers. The desk base, in the Louis XVI style, consists of a rectangular desk veneered in fruitwood and blackened wood.
Work from the 17th century, originating from Alsace, Switzerland, or Augsburg in Germany, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. Restored around 1848 and most recently in 2024 to revive its original charm and patina.
Rare et élégant Cabinet dit "aux oiseaux" en marqueterie.
Ouvrant en façade à divers vantaux et tiroirs richement ornées d'un riche décor marqueté de volatiles dans des paysages architecturés, le dessus à doucine ouvrant par un couvercle, les côtés ornés de larges scènes palatiales peuplées d'animaux et d'oiseaux exotiques, l'intérieur des vantaux composé de tiroirs secrets. Le bureau piètement rapporté de style Louis XVI, formé d'un bureau rectangulaire en placage de bois fruitier et de bois noirci.
Travail XVIIe siècle, Alsace, Suisse ou Augsburg en Allemagne. D'une finesse exceptionnelle. Restauration vers 1848. Dernière restauration en 2024 pour lui redonner son goût et jus d'antan.
From French President Valery Giscard d'Estaing's Hotel Particulier
Valery Giscard d'Estaing (1926-2020), also known as simply Giscard or VGE, was a French politician who served as President of France from 1974 to 1981.
73 x 108.5 x 41 cm (cabinet) 145 x 118.5 x 47.5 cm (desk base)
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