A Louis XVI Grey Painted and Parcel-Gilt Centre Table by Pierre Garnier, Circa 1775
A Louis XVI Grey Painted and Parcel-Gilt Centre Table by Pierre Garnier, Circa 1775
stamped four times P. GARNIER; with associated pink granite top and two drawers
Pierre Garnier (1726-1800), maître in 1742
height 29 1/2 in.; width 39 1/2 in.; depth 27 1/2 in.
74.9 cm; 100.3 cm; 69.9 cm
In good conserved condition; the painted surface refreshed. The stretcher reinforced with later metal supports underneath. With scattered minor chips, flakes, and small losses to painted and gilt decoration throughout consistent with age and use. A few old, inactive worm holes throughout. The marble top with scattered chips and small losses to surface and corner edges. One well disguised repaired old break to corner. One key. Very sturdy and ready to use.
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