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Pair Large Mid-Century French Parchment Commodes, Chests or Cabinets, 1950s
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Description
Pair Large Mid-Century French Parchment Commodes, Chests or Cabinets, 1950s
William Billy Haines Attributed Cabinets. A large and impressive pair of commodes or cabinets in the manner of Billy Haines dating from the 1950s. The swirl and curved gilt metal base supporting a pair of large 15 inch deep drawers with heavy bronze drawer pulls each having locks. The case covered in its original parchment which has stood the test of time quite well. Minor scratches and small spots of wear as must would desire in a unique pair of cabinets of this age and quality.
Haines and Shields began a successful dual career as interior designers and antique dealers. Among their early clients were friends such as Joan Crawford, Gloria Swanson, Carole Lombard, Marion Davies, and George Cukor.
Parchment, Wood, Gilt Metal
United States, 1950s
50H x 31W x 24D
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More Information
Origin: United States Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Parchment Condition: Good. Good. Original. Scratches, Minor paint chips to the metal base. Creation Date: 1960 Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Dealer Reference #: 463-1 Incollect Reference #: 627898 -
Dimensions
W. 31 in; H. 50 in; D. 24 in; W. 78.74 cm; H. 127 cm; D. 60.96 cm;
Message from Seller:
GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.