Henry Dasson 1825-1896 A gilt-bronze, burr ambonya, purplewood and brocatelle violette d'Espagne marble top guéridon Paris, dated 1883, after the model by Adam Weisweiler

engraved henry Dasson, 1883 and stamped HENRY DASSON 1883, together with an equally fine guéridon with a brocatelle jaune d' Espagne marble top, with mark AB to each sabot, both with a French shipping label addressed to Mrs. Wrightsman, New York.

Collection of Mrs. Wrightsman, New York

Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual minor hairline scratches and minute nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places also consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. Both gueridons are sturdy. The full bamboo support has extensive tarnishing.
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