Vienna, 1820-30. Rare and interesting game table from the early Viennese Biedermeier period, possibly by Joseph Danhauser or his immediate circle.

Vienna, 1820-30. Rare and interesting game table from the early Viennese Biedermeier period, possibly by Joseph Danhauser or his immediate circle. The work is in intact condition and is finely veneered in blond walnut feather with poplar burl details on the edges of the top. The top rotates, opening a practical compartment used at the time to hold cards and chips. In the correct position, it opens like a book, revealing the playing surface covered in anthracite black felt. On the inside, there is, partially legible, the model number and the signature of the cabinetmaker, which can also be read with the initials J and D, as in Joseph Danhauser. However, it should be noted that model no. 64 by Joseph Danhauser, according to the archives of the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna, does not correspond to ours. It should also be remembered that, in any case, not all of Danhauser's creations are documented and we have only received a part of the original drawings, so the mere non-existence of the original drawing does not exclude that it may still be one of his works. The inscription reads "N.64 fecit .... 6 August, year not legible and then illegible signature with initials probably J. and D. As written, in intact condition, in original patina, consolidated and polished with shellac using museum standard technique. Can also be used as a practical console table. Measurements cm. 96 wide, 80 high, 46 - 92 deep. In accordance with the provisions of the New Code of Cultural Heritage, the selling company provides a detailed written photographic guarantee of originality and provenance of the works sold at the time of sale. The data with which the works are described and then contained in the written guarantees are expressed determinations resulting from accurate and documented technical/historical/artistic investigations, even of expert relevance. Recognize the true Viennese biedermeier of the early phase of the period, distinguishing it from late or North European imitations! Read the history of this elegant and sober style and learn to evaluate timeless Viennese masterpieces of designers from 1815 to 1830! Click on the link at the bottom of the page to read an unique, unpublished, synthetic, practical guide in Italy, with links and virtual visit to museums and galleries in Vienna.