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Large Marble Top Stand Attributed to Gabriel Viardot
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Large Marble Top Stand Attributed to Gabriel Viardot

19th century
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An excellent marble top metal mounted stand of large scale , firmly attributed to Gabriel Viardot . Paris 1830-1904.

Although their were a number of Parisian makers in the late 19th Century Paris making furniture in Chinese style the lower leg and foot on this stand is typical Viardot . He was also fond of using metal dragon mounts as in this case .

This stand is of large stature and metal mounted to free stand if need be.

Although unsigned , and much of Viardot furniture is not signed , this stand can really only be attributed to Gabriel Viardot .

Physical Dimensions
Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Donald Allison Antiques has dated this Japonisme Marble Top Stand to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1162860
Dealers Notes

Don has been dealing in Meiji period art for 60 years , exhibiting in London , New York , Baltimore , Miami and Shanghai. P . R .China . He has supplied some of the world`s great collection`s and institution`s . This is his first venture on the internet , and is looking forward to re visiting old client`s and hopefully meeting new client`s , from private collector`s to his many friend`s in the trade.

We are fair and keen buyers of Meiji Art , and are still travelling the world to secure good examples . Please contact us should you wish to dispose of Japanese Art , particularly metalwork and cloisonne enamels .

We are pleased to pack and ship worldwide at very competitive prices . All UK destinations are free of charge .

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An excellent marble top metal mounted stand of large scale , firmly attributed to Gabriel Viardot . Paris 1830-1904.
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Although their were a number of Parisian makers in the late 19th Century Paris making furniture in Chinese style the lower leg and foot on this stand is typical Viardot.
Donald Allison Antiques

. He was also fond of using metal dragon mounts as in this case .

fig 1. A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet.
fig 1. Large Marble Top Stand Attributed to Gabriel Viardot

This stand is of large stature and metal mounted to free stand if need be.

Although unsigned , and much of Viardot furniture is not signed , this stand can really only be attributed to Gabriel Viardot .

Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Donald Allison Antiques has dated this Japonisme Marble Top Stand to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1162860
Donald Allison Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Donald Allison Antiques Profile Page

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A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet.
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Archive I A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet.

Large Marble Top Stand Attributed to Gabriel Viardot

Archive II A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View II
Archive III A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View III
Archive IV A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View IV
Archive V A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View V
Archive VI A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View VI
Archive VII A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View VII
Archive VIII A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View VIII
Archive IX A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View IX
Archive X A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View X
Archive XI A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet. View XI
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Donald Allison Antiques
Telephone 0796 1031 462
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The Ribble Valley
Lancashire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2018
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Donald Allison Antiques
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A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet.
Large marble top stand attributed to GABRIEL VIARDOT
Ref: SA1162860
A tall dark wood Japonisme pedestal stand featuring an inset marble top, intricate openwork fretwork, gilt dragon mounts, and carved claw feet.
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Japonisme furniture emerged in late 19th-century France, inspired by Japanese aesthetics following the opening of trade with Japan. Key characteristics include dark-stained carved woods, pierced fretwork, dragon or mythical beast imagery, and decorative gilt-bronze mounts integrated into traditional European furniture forms.

These stands were predominantly constructed using dense hardwoods such as tinted beech, mahogany, or rosewood. They frequently featured inset marble surfaces for practical display use and detailed gilt-bronze or brass mounts depicting East Asian motifs.

Authentic Viardot pieces often feature stamped signatures into the woodwork or metal mounts. Construction markers include high-quality openwork carving, complex dragon-shaped mounts, asymmetrical apron details, and finely cast gilt-bronze decorative fittings.

A tall display stand works effectively as a sculptural accent in unused corners, foyers, or window alcoves. Modern designers use them to elevate contemporary ceramic vessels, indoor botanical arrangements, or bronze sculptures to create vertical interest.

Dust the wood regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish sparingly to maintain the patinated surface. Metal mounts should be dusted gently without harsh chemical polishers, which can damage surrounding timber and marble.
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