Krieger, Stamped Mahogany Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century

Item DetailsCabinetmakerSeller InformationShipping ReturnsThe 1stDibs Promise

About the Item

Beautiful mahogany chest of drawers with 2 drawers, with rich gilded bronze ornamentation: pearl threads, flower sprays highlight the play of the work of speckled or veneered mahogany

Beautiful chest of drawers topped with an African onyx top

This chest of drawers bears the stamp of “Mon Krieger Ameublement Paris” on the uprights and on the lock

Traces of break-in at the drawers (the wood is crushed), missing on one side, traces of use and old restorations to the marble

Maison Krieger was created in 1826 by Antoine Krieger and his brother Nicolas in premises at 17, rue Saint-Nicolas in Paris.
She initially distinguished herself in the cabinetmaking business, with a production of luxury furniture, inspired by the creations of masters of previous centuries and of an unprecedented quality of manufacture, before developing a department dedicated to decoration.
Her original creations, notably for the Universal Exhibitions, allowed her to win awards, notably a 2nd class Medal in London in 1852.
Her successors continued to use her brand after her death, her workshop becoming the company “Antoine Krieger et Companie”.

Height 91 cm
105 x 48cmCreator: Maison Krieger (Cabinetmaker)Dimensions: Height: 35.83 in (91 cm)Width: 41.34 in (105 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)Style: Louis XVI (In the Style Of)Materials and Techniques: Bronze,WoodPlace of Origin: FrancePeriod: 19th CenturyDate of Manufacture: unknownCondition: GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.Seller Location: MARSEILLE, FRReference Number: 1stDibs: LU6656242109402Shop All Maison Krieger

Maison Krieger

By the start of the late 19th century, Maison Krieger was one of the largest furniture manufacturers in Paris, renowned throughout France and Europe for their quality workmanship and range of furnishings and decor.

The company was founded in 1826 by Bas-Rhin-born brothers Nicolas and Antoine Krieger, who distinguished themselves by producing exceptional reproductions of Empire furniture as well as luxury 18th-century furniture including in the styles of Louis XV and Louis XVI.

Working with marble, mahogany, gilt and bronze, Maison Krieger produced elaborate cabinets and buffets, magnificently handcrafted consoles, center tables, chairs and other pieces. The firm also collaborated with master bniste Franois Linke, and the Maison Krieger label can be found on some of Linkes works.

Throughout the mid to late 19th century, Maison Krieger underwent several transformations. In 1850, the company was renamed Antoine Krieger et Cie. Following Antoines death in 1856, his son-in-law took charge, changing the firms name to Cosse-Racault et Cie. Several years later, in 1880, the company became Krieger, Damon et Cie when it merged with furniture manufacturer Damon et Colin.

Despite their multiple reformations, Maison Kriegers reputation for designing and producing elegant furniture never wavered, and they garnered critical acclaim at several major exhibitions of the 19th century.

In 1849, the firm exhibited at the Exposition des Produits de lIndustrie in Paris. They participated in the Great Exhibition in London two years later, winning a second-class medal for an oak sideboard they made for a client from the Ottoman Empire. In 1855, they exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in Paris and again in 1900.

By the 1920s and 1930s, Maison Krieger had up to 1,000 employees working in their massive workshops in Faubourg St. Antoine. However, the company ceased production in 1945.

Today, Maison Krieger furniture continues to be highly coveted by antique collectors and connoisseurs of 18th-century reproductions and 19th-century pieces.

On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique Maison Krieger furniture.