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French Neoclassical–Style Blackened Iron Wall Shelf, Art Deco / Moderne Revival

$1,495
£1,139.22
€1,313.83
CA$2,123.35
A$2,281.42
CHF 1,223.98
MX$26,877.73

About the Item

French Neoclassical–Style Blackened Iron Wall Shelf, Art Deco / Moderne Revival This refined late 20th-century decorative wall shelf is executed in a French Neoclassical revival style, subtly informed by Art Deco and Moderne design influences. The slender iron frame is finished in a deep blackened, ebonized tone and articulated with graceful scrolled feet and upper terminals, lending the piece a light yet architectural presence. Decorative rope-twist metal detailing with gilt highlights accents the vertical supports, introducing warmth and visual rhythm against the dark frame. The structure is further enhanced by brass chain cross-bracing, centered with turned gilt bosses—graphic ornamental elements associated with Hollywood Regency and French Moderne interiors. The restrained palette and balanced proportions allow the shelf to function equally as display furniture and sculptural wall décor. Three open shelves, finished in black, provide graduated display surfaces suitable for books, ceramics, sculpture, or curated objets d’art. Designed for versatility, the piece may be used freestanding or wall-mounted, adapting easily to a variety of interior settings including living rooms, studies, bedrooms, or dressing areas. This wall shelf offers a sophisticated synthesis of classical reference and modern refinement, ideal for interiors seeking a tailored, gallery-like presentation.
  • Attributed to:
    Maitland Smith (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Wood,Cast,Ebonized,Gilt
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980-1990s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T36801stDibs: LU2592348294952

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