Eugene Gaillard Art Nouveau cabinet
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Description
French Art Nouveau cabinet by Eugene Gaillard, circa 1905-10, in oak, ash, and bronze. 82" long x 24" deep x 110" high. It features a fireplace surround in the center of the base, a mirror opening above the fireplace surround, and two drop-down writing desks flanking the fireplace surround. Eugène Gaillard (1862-1933) was a French Art Nouveaudesigner, architect and advocate of modern design. Gaillard abandoned a career in law for that of interior design and decoration. He was employed for some time by Siegfried Bing along with Georges de Feure and Edouard Colonna to work on his pavilion at the Exposition Universelle of 1900. This was held in Paris France, from 15 April to 12 November 1900, to celebrate the achievements of the past century and to accelerate development into the next.
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More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item) Period: 1900-1919 Creation Date: 1905-1910 Styles / Movements: Art Nouveau Dealer Reference #: 1327 Incollect Reference #: 651923 -
Dimensions
W. 82 in; H. 110 in; D. 24 in; W. 208.28 cm; H. 279.4 cm; D. 60.96 cm;
Message from Seller:
Calderwood Gallery, established in 1982, specializes in original French Art Deco furniture and photography, showcasing works by renowned designers such as Ruhlmann, Dufrene, and Leleu. Located at 242 Geiger Rd., Philadelphia, PA, the gallery can be reached at 215.327.8664 or via email at calderwood.gallery@gmail.com.