IN THE STYLE OF WEISWEILER, CIRCA 1875

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A French ormolu-mounted mahogany, tulipwood and ebony gueridon
In the Style of Weisweiler, Circa 1875
Surmounted by a circular top within a gilt suround, supported by eight columns, each headed by a circular handle, joined by a pierced shaped stretcher, on tapering circular feet and four castors
30¼ in. (77 cm.) high; 34 in. (86 cm.) diameter

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Lot Essay

This elegant mahogany gueridon exemplifies the fashionable goût anglais of the 1770s and '80s, which was promoted by Madame de Pompadour's brother, the Marquis de Marigny, who greatly admired the simple forms and plain beauty of English mahogany furniture.

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