French Napoleon III Sideboard From The Second Half Of The 19th Century In The Manner Of “vernis

French Napoleon III sideboard from the second half of the 19th century in the manner of “VERNIS MARTIN”.

The front is characterized by a hinged door with a painting depicting an amorous scene in the center, to embellish the sides there are two fluted columns ending with Gorinzi capitals in gilded bronze.

The built-in top is in white statuary marble, the key is original from the period.

The under-top band is adorned with a gilt bronze garnish with a Marie Antoinette knuckle in the centre.

Vernis Martin: The technique was perfected in 1728 by the Martin brothers who held the monopoly for twenty years. It was applied in superimposed layers, then left to dry and then painted with landscapes, figures and genre scenes.

The decorations on the Martin vernis were entrusted to talented painters. The fashion for Martin vernis continued into the 19th century and lacquered and painted furniture became one of the characteristics of the Napoleon III style.

Condition: Restored by our master craftsmen with traditional method shellac and handmade alcohol.

Provenance: France (1860/70)

Measurements: 100×45 H120cm.

Document: Certificate of Authenticity.

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