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Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet

Offered by: Solomon Treasure

Description
A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period)

A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gilt and polychrome Chinese lacquer from the 18th century, and mounted with elegant French bronze mounts. Comes with three original gilt-bronze keys, and original shelves.

71" high x 85" wide 18" deep

Provenance:
Acquired from Kugel, Paris, October 2008.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has recently used this cabinet as a reference to Karl Lagerfeld's inspiration for an evening coat:
House of Chanel Karl Lagerfeld House of Lesage, evening coat - Fall/Winter 1996-1997, Haute Coutoure on Display. (See photo).

Very good condition overall. Ready to place. With typical scattered light nicks, faint marks and scratches. The lacquer panels with craquelure. The mounts with typical rubbing.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Lacquer, Ormolu, Tulipwood
Condition:	Good. Good
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	570223

Dimensions

W.	85 in;	H.	71 in;	D.	18 in;
W.	215.9 cm;	H.	180.34 cm;	D.	45.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

For four generations, Solomon Treasure has built a distinguished reputation for offering rare and important 18th-19th century antiques and fine art, serving museums, collectors, and designers worldwide. Located in the heart of Manhattan, we specialize in exceptional pieces ranging from Napoleon Neoclassical to Art Deco and Middle Eastern Islamic treasures. Contact: Mory Talasazan, Director | mory@solomontreasureny.com | 917.686.9732 |