320 Pantops Center
Charlottesville, VA 22911
United States
Bremo Auctions is a full service auction house located in the historic town of Charlottesville VA. While our primary focus is on fresh-to-the-market property from distinguished Virginia Estates, institutions and private collections our individualized approach is tailored to meet the needs of each cl...Read more
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Jan 30, 2016 - Jan 31, 2016
Gorgeous bar or cabinet with intricate Chinese design elements; features an ornately decorated cabinet front and flip open top that each depict a gilded landscape background with mother of pearl and bone female figural accents in relief; bottom cabinet also features a large brass handle in the shape of a Chinese character; cabinet houses a slide out surface that sits over a wide cubby which sits over two side-by-side cubbies; decorative brass handles to sides and brass hardware throughout; measures approximately 39" tall, 39-1/2" wide, and 19" deep. Chinoiserie is a recurring theme in European artistic styles since the seventeenth century, which reflect Chinese artistic influences. It is characterized by the use of fanciful imagery of an imaginary China, by asymmetry in format and whimsical contrasts of scale, and by the attempts to imitate Chinese porcelain and the use of lacquer-like materials and decoration. Chinoiserie in a broader scope refers to a mixture of Eastern and Western stylistic elements for both the decoration and shape. The style held particular favor during the Rococo period and the court of
Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.