Antique TABLES AND STANDS About 1790-1850
Neo-classical, second phase: In late 1780s a more severe neo-classical (’Etruscan’) style emerges in France, continues after Revolution as Directoire, later becoming basis of Empire (1804-15) and Biedermeier (1815-48). Leading designers: Percier, Fontaine, Mesangere in Paris, Schinkel in Berlin. Leading makers: Jacob-Desmalter in Paris, Danhauser in Vienna.
Most important development, originating [...]