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Gerrit Jensen, A Goldsmith in Marquetry

Published on , by Claire Papon
Auction on 12 February 2021 - 13:30 (CET) - Salle 5-6 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009

The size of this inlaid cabinet is as impressive as its decoration. Attributed to Gerrit Jensen, it will surely receive the highest bid at this classic sale.

Attributed to Gerrit Jensen (1667-1715), mahogany and rosewood veneer cabinet, hard... Gerrit Jensen, A Goldsmith in Marquetry

Attributed to Gerrit Jensen (1667-1715), mahogany and rosewood veneer cabinet, hard stone, paesine, gilt bronze, gilt and blackened wood, English Regency period legs c. 1830, 176 x 140 x 49.6 cm (69.29 x 55.11 x 19.52 in).
Estimate: €150,000/200,000

The vogue for hardstone cabinets seems to have mostly ended in France by the late 17 th century, but they remained popular in England. As proof, this cabinet was made between 1700 and 1725, probably…
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Friday 12 February 2021 - 13:30 (CET) - Live
Salle 5-6 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009 Paris
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