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This remarkable tripod guéridon in brass and eglomise mirror is a highly representative creation by Maison Jansen from the 1940s, a period when the famous Parisian firm excelled in reinterpreting neoclassical furniture. The structure displays Jansen's characteristic motifs: a central tapered baluster shaft, an elegant tripod base ending in scrolled feet, and a top enclosed by a fine pierced brass gallery. The eglomise glass plate (oxidized mirror), with its deep marbled and silver reflections, elevates the piece by creating a perfect balance between the rigor of the metal and the preciousness of the antique mirror.

 

Founded in Paris in 1880, Maison Jansen remained the absolute benchmark for international interior decoration for nearly a century. Under the leadership of Stéphane Boudin in the mid-20th century, the house specialized in the use of polished brass and eglomise glass to design refined furniture. These pieces were commissioned by high aristocracy, embassies, and prestigious residences (such as the White House or the homes of the British royal family). The solid brass, typical of their productions, acquires a highly noble oxidized patina over time.

 

 

This occasional table is in good overall condition; the eglomise glass is intact, and the brass displays its normal patina of use. With its balanced proportions (55.5 cm high), it will naturally find its place in an elegant living room, whether classic or eclectic, serving as a finely crafted end table or decorative stand. A benchmark object, carrying the prestige of one of the greatest French decorating houses.

• Period: 1940
• • Price: £1,950.00
  • €2,240 Euro
  • $2,618 US Dollar
• Location: France
• • Dimensions: H: 40cm (15.75in)
  • W: 40cm (15.75in)
  • D: 5cm (1.97in)