RENÉ DROUET (1899-1993) Carmine-red lacquered wood sideboard, decorated in the center with large gilded oak branches, opening laterally through two double doors revealing a sycamore-veneered interior, handles formed by large bronze mobile rings, the center opening onto three vertical compartments and a drawer; upper cabinet with mobile flaps housing two bars; resting on four tapered legs with bronze clogs. Height 93.2 cm - Length 232 cm - Depth 56 cm A sideboard in red lacquered wood, gilded oak, sycamore veneer and bronze. 36 3/4 x 91 3/8 x 22 in. PROVENANCE : Tajan sale, June 9, 2010 Private collection, Paris

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