Cabinet
Louis Majorelle (French, 1859–1926)
In the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
- Maker
- Louis Majorelle (French, 1859–1926)
- Date
- c. 1910
- Medium
- wood marquetry with metal mounts
- Dimensions
- Overall: 130.8 x 162.5 x 58.4 cm (51 1/2 x 64 x 23 in.)
- Form
- Case Piece
- Origin
- France
- Culture
- France, early 20th Century
- Museum
- Cleveland Museum of Art
- Accession
- 1976.53
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
Let your eye trace the sinuous lines and leafy forms of this chest. Its design emphasizes the beauty of the wood, celebrating nature. Louis Majorelle designed it in the Art Nouveau style.