755 Prior Ave N #235C, St Paul, MN, US, United States
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An auction featuring a selection of art from around the world including an exceptional large soapstone Guanyin from the household shrine of Prince Duan, a pair of monumental granite foo dogs, and a collection of Gabriel Viardot cabinets. This sale additionally includes a fine collection of Chinese jades and porcelain, a wide selection of Caucasian and Persian rugs, and other lovely decorative arts.
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LOT 142:
Large Gabriel Viardot Chinoiserie Cabinet
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Sold for: $2,600
Start price:
$
500
Estimated price :
$1,000 - $2,000
Buyer's Premium: 26%
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Large Gabriel Viardot Chinoiserie Cabinet
Gabriel Viardot (French, 1830-1906). Aesthetic movement chinoiserie cabinet. The rectangular top with raised ends houses a bronze dragon with pierced fretwork over a glazed door and opening to an arrangement of shelves, with one drawer with an archaistic style taotie mask pull with a red velvet backing. On a pierced fretwork apron and shaped bracket feet.
Provenance: From the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher, Osceola, Wisconsin.
Horst Rechelbacher, the founder of Aveda and Intelligent Nutrients, was a pioneer in the field of safe and eco-friendly cosmetics. The same curiosity that led him to explore ways to improve the beauty industry led him to travel the world, collecting rare and beautiful objects as he went.
Height: 61 in x width: 38 1/2 in x depth: 16 in.
Condition: The cabinet is in good condition overall. The structure is stable and sturdy. There are no major losses and no visible repairs. The locking mechanism has been removed. The dragon is present but unattached. The drawer and door open and close smoothly. The glass is in good condition, with no chips, cracks, or scratches. Some wear to the velvet. Some wear and splitting to the veneer along the shelves; the bottom shelf shows signs of moisture exposure. Wear throughout as expected with age and use. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
