Lot 133 , Louis Majorelle (French, 1859-1926), a French Art Nouveau marquetry inlaid oak 'Chicoree' pattern vitrine
Louis Majorelle (French, 1859-1926), a French Art Nouveau marquetry inlaid oak 'Chicoree' pattern vitrine, with floral carved crest and single glazed door over a recess drawer and panelled door inlaid with thistles, 100cm wide, 43cm deep, 224cm high
£1,000-1,500
Condition:
Honest condition, of an even golden to treacle brown tone, upper door has original lock but apparently no key and encloses two adjustable glass shelves, understage has extensive wear and ring marks etc., drawer has lost moulding from each end, base cupboard with some splash marks, plinth a little more rubbed and worn from use. These Majorelle Chicoree pieces aren't normally signed, the carvings, marquetry scale pattern on the back panel and handles are typical of Majorelles Chicoree design
Sold for £1,500