Buffet cupboard

anonymous, attributed to Asmus Frauen, c. 1755 - c. 1765

The buffet cupboard is surmounted by the sea god Neptune, accompanied by two tritons, and is supported by two tigers. The ornamental carving is closely related to work done by Frauen in 1744 in a house in Alkmaar. In making this piece, which was also richly adorned with carving on the inside, the sculptor played a more important role than the cabinetmaker.

  • Artwork typebuffet
  • Object numberBK-2013-1
  • Dimensionsheight 343 cm x width 234 cm x depth 83 cm
  • Physical characteristicswalnut and oak, veneered with burr walnut

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Buffet cupboard

  • Object type

  • Object number

    BK-2013-1

  • Description

    Rococo buffetkast met beeldhouwwerk.

Creation

  • Creation

    • furniture maker (person): anonymous, Amsterdam
    • sculptor: attributed to Asmus Frauen
    • sculptor: anonymous [rejected attribution]

  • Dating

    c. 1755 - c. 1765

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    walnut and oak, veneered with burr walnut

  • Dimensions

    height 343 cm x width 234 cm x depth 83 cm

Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    Transfer to the state in lieu of inheritance tax

  • Copyright

    Public domain

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