Victor Raulin FL. 1867-1925 A LOUIS XIV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD AND VERNIS MARTIN DECORATED SIDE CABINET Paris, circa 1895

the cabinet surmounted by a molded breche d' Alep marble top, the single cabinet door opening to one shelf, the vernis Martin panel painted with an allegory of the hunt with Diana the huntress attended by cupids, the Bacchic mount centered on the top has been removed to reveal the mark VR from the bronze master model.

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. Minor chips to edges of marble top.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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The firm was first established by Victor's father with premises at 93, Rue de Turenne where he was associated with the furniture and works of art restorer Meyer. Both Raulin père and Meyer exhibited at the 1867 Exposition Universelle, presenting high quality lacquer furniture. Victor took over his father's business in 1878 and moved to new premises in 1882 at 110, rue de Vielle du Temple and later at 209, Boulevard St- Germain, where he remained until circa 1925.  He specialized in marquetry, and like his father, in lacquer furniture in the 18th century taste. He exhibited at the 1878 and 1889 Paris Expositions Universelles where he was awarded both exhibitions silver medals. Victor Raulin, like his fellow cabinetmaker and marchand-mercier Jansen and Krieger, was an active client of François Linke.