Lot 374 , An Art Nouveau walnut and marquetry vitrine by Majorelle, W.5ft D.1ft 10in. H.6ft 7in.

An Art Nouveau walnut and marquetry vitrine by Majorelle, with foliate carved and pierced columns flowing from the top down to the feet, flanking a pair of glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves, inset to the bottoms with landscape panels, W.5ft D.1ft 10in. H.6ft 7in.
Estimate £2,500-3,000

Unsigned.
Overall with even rich mid brown tone and light polish, dust and dirt in the crevices of the deeper carving. One split running through the flowers on the top left, a few tiny nicks and dents around the edges of the doors and running down the length of the columns, but essentially in good untouched condition, minor light scuffing to the sides, a little more faded and worn around the foot. Lacking its original escutcheon both marquetry panels have a slight division in the timbers running approx. 1in. down from the top. The left hand panel has a 4in. crack running at the top, both panels are decorated with flowers and grasses, the Majorelle signature does not appear to be present. Small losses to the veneers at the very bottom of the doors. It comes with original key which operates the top locking bar but not the lower one. Internally with four original adjustable oak shelves and original oak panelling to the back.


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Sold for £2,200