Louis XV-style Gilt-bronze-inlaid Display Cabinet

Description:

Louis XV-style Gilt-bronze-inlaid Display Cabinet, France, early 20th century, molded red and white marble top over projecting case with single-drawer frieze over a glass inset door with a single shelf interior, on squat feet with scrolling mounts, ht. 37 5/8, wd. 21 1/2, dp. 11 in.
Estimate $700-900

Inscribed plaque on back of drawer, "SUSSE FRERES/PASSAGE DES PANORAMAS/ET PLACE DE LA BOURSE/PARIS." Top is not secured, minor surface wear, later to piece. Some nicks and small chips to case, lifting of veneer and cracking particularly on left side, rubbed bronze mounts have verdigris. See photos.


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