* A PAIR OF CONSOLES inspired by the designs of Percier and Fontaine, rectangular in flamed mahogany veneer, blackened wood and gilded and patinated bronzes. Antique green patina bronze console legs with lion's head, foliage and paws, ice background. Headband of the tray decorated with a gilt bronze reverse frieze with palmettes, scrolls and flowers between two patinated bronze mouldings. Base. Sea green marble top in a griotte marble frame. Restoration period H. 99,5 ; W. 157 ; D. 70 cm (Old repairs, very good general condition) PROVENANCE This pair of consoles comes from the former collection of Count Roger Colonna-Walewski (1907-1968).

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