About this piece
back to topA 19th century continental mahogany armorial wood carving.
A heavily carved panel with rolling foliage and a hidden king!
The centre of the frame has a veiled figure over a lion crest. This intriguing piece has more to discover on every viewing.
Reclaimed from a cabinet showcased in the second Swiss national exhibition of 1896 in Geneva. It was at this event that the automobile was introduced to Switzerland for the first time!
One of two we have available with a slight variation on the shield, both fitted with a hanger ready to display.
