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Art Nouveau Countertop - Unique Piece
€50,000Bid from €47,000
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ART NOUVEAU PRESENTATION COUNTER
Unique work of art crafted from solid pear wood, pewter, and engraved mirror
WINNER OF THE 1ST REGIONAL SEMA PRIZE 2003 (PACA & VAUCLUSE)
A masterpiece of fine cabinetmaking created in 2002 by a master cabinetmaker (active since 1966).
An exceptional piece requiring over 2,300 hours of handcrafted work and bearing the signature of the greatest French masters.
Technical Specifications
Cabinetmaker: (Master Cabinetmaker, Active Since 1966)
Year: 2002
Award: 1st Regional Prize SEMA 2003
Solid Wood: Hand-Carved Artistic Pearwood
Pewter Top: Custom Made
Engraved Mirror: Sandblasted
Location:
1. Dimensions & Structure of the Piece
Countertop/Bar (190 cm × 70 cm × 111 cm): Solid Pearwood Carved in Organic "Whiplash" Lines. Stereotomized Front, Interior Storage and Niches.
Sideboard & Mirror (180 cm × 40 cm × 146 cm): Carved frame in fine pear wood, curved central mirror with sandblasted engraving depicting allegorical figures of dance.
Assembled Set (Total Height: ~257 cm):
2. Craftsmanship & Artistic Trades United
A Triptych of Excellence in French Fine Craftsmanship:
Sculptural Cabinetmaking: The use of a noble wood with an incomparably fine grain, pear wood. The fluid carvings are directly in keeping with the tradition of the Nancy School (Majorelle, Guimard).
The Art Pewter Top: Made by the Undisputed Master of the French Countertop. Cast and crafted according to centuries-old tradition, the molded border lends unparalleled elegance.
Glass Engraving: Sandblasted decoration on intaglio-engraved glass depicting Art Nouveau nymphs framing the central mirror, creating transparency, lightness, and luminous brilliance.
3. Execution Details & Finishes
Sculpture: Interlacing in solid pear wood, entirely hand-carved.
Border: Goldsmith's join between the shaped pewter edge and the solid wood structure.
4. Heritage Value & Reference Estimate
Considering the expertise of the master craftsmen involved, the 2,300 hours of handwork by a master cabinetmaker, as well as the value of all the bespoke pewter and art glasswork, the replacement value of this commissioned piece would exceed €65,000 today (including VAT).
Asking Direct Sale Price: €50,000
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height111 cmWidth190 cmDepth70 cm
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Private sellerCaumont-sur-Durance, FranceOn Whoppah since August 2026 • 0 sales