Mahogany and brass Tricoteuse
REF: 1474
Mahogany and brass Tricoteuse
REF: 1474
Fine mahogany and brass mounted three tier Tricoteuse or Etagere English mid to late 19th century
For similar examples see Sotheby's 2/12/13 sale
and Christies 18/5/17 sale
The 'tricoteuse' (french for 'knitting women') was a nickname given to women who sat beside the guillotine and knitted while attending public executions during the French Revolution.
- Height 71 cm / 28 "
- Width 51 cm / 20 1⁄4"
- Depth 28 cm / 11 "
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