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Mid 19th Century Brass-mounted Etagere in the French Manner
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Mid 19th Century Brass-mounted Etagere in the French Manner

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Mid 19th century brass-mounted etagere in the French manner;  with three shaped oval tiers broadly cross-banded with tulipwood surrounding shaped marquetry panels of birds, flowers and foliage; mounted on simple beech supports with splayed feet and the upper shelf with a brass pierced gallery and four decorative finials.  Circa 1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
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John Beazor Antiques has dated this Antique French Marquetry Etagere to the Victorian era.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209373
Dealers Internal Reference
9277
Description
Mid 19th century brass-mounted etagere in the French manner;  with three shaped oval tiers broadly cross-banded with tulipwood surrounding shaped marquetry panels of birds, flowers and foliage; mounted on simple beech supports with splayed feet and the upper shelf with a brass pierced gallery and four decorative finials.  Circa 1850
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

John Beazor Antiques has dated this Antique French Marquetry Etagere to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209373
Dealers Internal Ref
9277
John Beazor Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2017

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks - chosen for their quality, colour and patination

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A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf.
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Archive I A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf.

Mid 19th Century Brass-mounted Etagere in the French Manner

Archive II A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf. View II
Archive III A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf. View III
Archive IV A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf. View IV
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78-80 Regent Street
Cambridge
CB2 1DP
United Kingdom
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A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf.
Mid 19th century brass-mounted etagere in the French manner
Ref: SA1209373
A three-tiered mid 19th century French-style wooden etagere featuring floral marquetry inlays, turned upright supports, brass finials, and a pierced brass gallery on the top shelf.
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  • ObjectDisplay Stands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo Revival
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Marquetry Veneer
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Pierced brass gallery, Brass finials, Splayed legs
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 34.5 cm (14 in) x D 26.5 cm (10 in)

This mid 19th century Victorian etagere in the French manner is a three-tiered wooden display stand showcasing warm brown tones across its walnut, marquetry veneer, and beech construction. The piece features three shaped oval tiers cross-banded with tulipwood, each centred with marquetry panels depicting birds, flowers, and foliage. The top shelf holds a pierced brass gallery finished with four decorative brass finials, while simple turned upright supports carry the structure down to splayed cabriole-style feet. Measuring 74 cm high, 34.5 cm wide, and 26.5 cm deep, this stand fits neatly into an empty corner or beside a seating arrangement in a living room, hallway, or bedroom to display decorative objects or small plants.

An etagere is a piece of furniture featuring open shelves used primarily for displaying ornaments and light items. Originating in 18th-century France, the form gained popularity across Europe in the 19th century, frequently incorporating decorative marquetry and gilt-metal mounts.

19th-century etageres were typically constructed using fine hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or mahogany. They frequently feature intricate wood marquetry veneers, hand-turned wooden supports, and pierced cast brass or bronze mounts and galleries.

Authentic pieces display evidence of period craftsmanship, including hand-cut wood veneers, original brass finials with natural surface oxidisation, and hand-finished turned supports. The underside often reveals historic construction techniques such as hand-sawn timber and traditional wood joining.

Position the etagere in a corner, hallway, or alongside seating to act as a decorative display table. Arrange small ceramic vessels, books, or art objects on the shelves to contrast traditional woodwork with contemporary decor.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, and apply a light beeswax polish occasionally along the wood grain. Avoid placing the item near direct heat or sunlight to prevent veneer lifting, and clean brass mounts using non-abrasive methods to preserve the patination.
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