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Gabriel Viardot 19th Century Carved Wooden Dragon Crescent Mirror

$7,307.19
£6,300VAT Included
€6,256.23
CA$10,077.74
A$10,199.45
CHF 5,848.08
MX$123,706.57
NOK 68,010.82
SEK 69,228.45
DKK 46,767.59

About the Item

This rare and exceptionally detailed bevelled crescent moon mirror is an iconic example of the Japonisme movement, attributed to the renowned 19th-century Parisian cabinetmaker Gabriel Viardot (1830–1906). Viardot was celebrated for his "Asianism" a sophisticated fusion of Far Eastern motifs with European 19th-century tastes and his work remains a hallmark of high-end French decorative arts from the late 1800’s. The defining feature of this piece is the hand-carved dragon, a signature element in Viardot's most sought-after designs. Dragon is depicted seemingly emerging from behind the crescent moon mirror. Its claws grasp the edges of the original bevelled mirror plate, creating a sense of three-dimensional movement. The body of the Dragon is meticulously rendered, with individual carved scales that catch the light and feathery outcroppings along its spine. Its head is a masterpiece of sculpture, featuring a characteristically open mouth revealing human-like teeth, forked tongue, tufts of hair covering the sides of the face, and focused, piercing eyes. Gabriel Viardot (Attributed). Viardot received numerous accolades, including gold medals at the Paris World's Fairs in 1889 and 1900. Mirror dates to the Late 19th Century (Circa 1880–1890). Typically crafted from solid walnut or sycamore, the wood is finished with a rich, dark patina that mimics the appearance of aged ironwood or bronze. In excellent antique condition, it seems that the tips of each of the horns have been lost over time. This is a table-top mirror and retains its original stand to the rear, and could easily be fitted with a hanging hook so it could become wall mounted. Height 59 cm x Width 52 cm When open on the stand the depth is 30 cm and leaning height 52 cm Mirror Plate at widest points is 47 cm Height x 42 cm Width The mirror plate bevel is 1 cm wide.
  • Attributed to:
    Gabriel Viardot (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 20.48 in (52 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mirror,Sycamore,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. In excellent antique condition, it seems that the tips of each of the horns have been lost over time.
  • Seller Location:
    Hastings, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: viardot dragon mirror1stDibs: LU3311349070372

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