Antique French Napoleon III Credenza in the style of "Vernis Martin". 19th century period.

Description: French Napoleon III Credenza from the second half of the 19th century in the style of "VERNIS MARTIN". The front features a hinged door with a painting depicting a love scene in the center, enriched by two fluted columns on the sides terminating in Corinthian capitals in gilded bronze. The recessed top is in white statuary marble, the key is original to the period. The undertop band is adorned with a gilded bronze trim with a Marie Antoinette rosette in the center. Vernis Martin: The technique was developed in 1728 by the Martin brothers, who held the monopoly for twenty years. It was applied in superimposed layers, then left to dry and then painted with landscapes, figures, and genre scenes. The decorations on the Vernis Martin were entrusted to skilled painters. The fashion of Vernis Martin continued into the 19th century, and lacquered and painted furniture became one of the characteristics of the Napoleon III style. Condition: Restored by our master craftsmen with the traditional shellac and handmade alcohol method. Origin: France (1860/70) Measurements: 100x45 H120cm. Document: Certificate of Authenticity. Assistance: We are at your disposal for further clarification or photographic details. Shipping: Throughout Italy, Europe and the Rest of the World at very low prices in maximum safety and traceable. The shipment will be agreed privately and will not be expensive. We wish you a Good Day. Borrelli Antichità.