$3,000
P. E. Gane Arts & Crafts Armoire Oak, copper, mirror glass England, early 20th century Rectangular overhanging top over center door of mirrored glass, flanked by raised decorative copper plaques at top, interior fitted with hooks and a shelf, labeled Artists Furniture P.E. Gane, College Green, Bristol, approx. ht. 85, wd. 46 1/2, dp. 18 in. Note: In 1909 Philip Endres Gane, partner in the firm Trapnell & Gane, became sole proprietor and gave the company his own name. He also took it in a new direction, moving away from royal and establishment commissions towards a more modern vision with a focus on quality Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau furniture. In the 1930s Gane collaborated with Marcel Breuer. The company's premises were destroyed during WWII, and they were forced to close their doors.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-12-07