Floral Still Life by Gabriel Danset - French Lacquered Wood Reproduction in Gold Frame

Mid-20th-century reproduction of a floral still life by French painter Gabriel Danset. This work captures a vibrant composition of poppies and wildflowers in a glass vase, following the aesthetics of the French botanical school.

Object History: Gabriel Danset (1873-1952) was a renowned artist specializing in botanical themes. This piece utilizes the lithography-on-wood technique with a protective lacquer finish, a prestigious mural decoration method in France during the 1950s and 1960s that preserved pigment intensity.

Features and Details:
- Period: 1950s.
- Technique / Style: Lacquered lithograph on wood mounted in an ornamental Rococo-style frame.
- Size: The outer frame measures 52 cm wide by 43 cm high (20.5 x 16.9 inches). Depth: 4 cm (1.5 inches).
- Weight: Approximately 2000 g (4.4 lbs).
- Material: Wood, Paper, and Gilded Plaster (Escayola).
- Condition: The central lacquered panel is in excellent condition, maintaining its shine and saturation. The frame shows structural cracks and small losses in the plaster ornamentation due to natural material desiccation, providing an authentic antique patina.

Use and Value: This object holds high decorative value for classic, rustic, or Provencal style interior design projects. It represents a faithful sample of mid-century French commercial art production, ideal for botanical art collectors.