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Alphonse-Gustave Giroux
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Dressing cabinet, circa 1845
- engraved A. Giroux a Paris
- rosewood, ebony, mother-of-pearl, gilt-bronze, brass, tulipwood
- 85 x 54 x 43 cm. (33 ½ x 21 ¼ x 17 in.)
ebony cube parquetry, engraved brass inlay, mother-of-pearl, gilt-bronze, rosewood, tulipwood
Literature
Denise Ledoux-Lebard, Le Mobilier Français du XIX Siècle, Paris, 2008, p. XIII illustrated
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 130, 132-133, illustrated
Werner Adriaenssens et al, Roberto Polo: The Eye, London, 2011, pp. 130, 132-133, illustrated
Condition
In good overall condition with typical signs of old marks and wear commensurate with age and use. One of the brass inlaid crosses to the top of the cabinet has some minor lifting which may benefit from professional attention. The brass mouldings to the edges shows minor signs of lifting which can easily be secured by a professional. There is one loss to the front apron of the brass moulding measuring 14cm. across which is visible in the catalogue photograph. There is one key that works for every lock present with the piece.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
François-Simon-Alphonse Giroux (d. 1848) founded the Giroux dynasty in 1799 at 7, rue du Coq-Saint-Honoré, Paris. Dealing predominantly in high quality luxury goods such as glove boxes, caskets for weddings (see lot 116 and 124 in the present sale), paintings and stationary. The firm were following in the footsteps of the 18th century Marchand Merciers. Louis XVIII and Charles X are recorded as clients of the firm. In 1838, the company was taken over by Giroux's two sons, Alphonse-Gustave (1810 - 1886) and André (1801 - 1879), who under the name of M. Giroux Fils, further extended the business, showing and frequently winning medals at the Exposition des Produits de l'Industrie Française. Their most famous patron was Napoléon III (1808 – 1870) who bought a writing desk form the firm at the 1855 Universalle Exhibiiton. In 1867 the business was taken over by Pierre-Ferdinand Duvinage and Harinkouke.