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gabriel-frederic viardot fl. 1860 "CHILONG AND ONI", A RARE FRENCH CHINOISERIE CARVED CHERRY WOOD FIRE SURROUND AND TRUMEAU Paris, circa 1880
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- gabriel-frederic viardot
- mahogany
- height 8 ft. 4 1/2 in.; width 49 in.; depth 24 in.
- 255 cm; 124.5 cm; 61 cm
the pagoda form crest center to the foregound by a salamander or Chilong style beast before a Chinese style silk embroidery banding and fretwork, the pilaster with engraved foliate branches, the fire surround center by a Japanese style Oni beast, side and front with continental Chinese style silk embroidery
Condition
Rare and impressive lot. Very well carved and overall with the usual dents, nicks and scratches consistent with age and use. The Chinese style silk embroidery with extensive wear and losses to color and threads. The back of the pagoda top has been cut to fit the molding of the wall in a previous owner's apartment. Scratches to wooden 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Gabriel Viardot started his career as a wood carver and took over the family firm from his father Charles in 1861. By 1870, he was specializing in exotic furniture influenced by Chinese and Vietnamese styles, as Vietnam was one of France's most important colonies. He advertised as the 'createur des meubles dans le genre chinios et japonais'.
In 1860 he was located at 5, rue du Grand - Chantier, though he moved to several locations including 36 rue Rambuteau, where objects d'art et de fantaisie were sold, and finally to rue Amelot where he stayed until the end of the century. By around 1885, he had employed about 100 men
Viardot was a participant and a jury member of the Expositions Universelles in 1867 (four medals), 1878 (silver medal) and 1889 (gold medal).
In 1860 he was located at 5, rue du Grand - Chantier, though he moved to several locations including 36 rue Rambuteau, where objects d'art et de fantaisie were sold, and finally to rue Amelot where he stayed until the end of the century. By around 1885, he had employed about 100 men
Viardot was a participant and a jury member of the Expositions Universelles in 1867 (four medals), 1878 (silver medal) and 1889 (gold medal).