Cabinet (commode à vantaux)

François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter

ca. 1813–25 · Oak, thuya wood veneer; gilt-bronze mounts; marble top · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Jacob-Desmalter was the leading Empire furniture maker, and this cabinet is eloquent testimony that his graceful handling of large proportions did not lessen during the Restoration. The form of stamp was in use from 1815 to 1826.

Artist

François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter

Date

ca. 1813–25

Medium

Oak, thuya wood veneer; gilt-bronze mounts; marble top

Culture

French

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1919