Furniture

In this section, you will discover a carefully curated selection of antique desks, chairs, bouillotte tables, occasional furniture and many other exceptional pieces, each with its own history and character...

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Ladies secretary desk in ‘vernis Martin’ varnish

Ladies secretary with a drop-down flap in Chinese lacquer. Made by and bearing the stamp of Dubois, as well as the jurande mark (JVE). Jacques Dubois (1693-1763) was received as a master cabinetmaker on September 5, 1742. He was one of the greatest Parisian cabinetmakers during the reign of Louis XV, alongside Bernhard Van Rosen Burgh and Joseph Baumhauer. Jacques Dubois enjoyed great renown during his lifetime. It is possible that he owned his own furniture shop, catering to both French clientele and export. Dubois is believed to have worked for Russia, as several of his pieces mentioned in publications between the two wars belonged to collections in Central Europe. Furthermore, a work of his is found in the Paul Getty Museum, whose style does not particularly reflect French taste. Nicolas Pineau, who stayed in Saint Petersburg between 1716 and 1727 as 'first sculptor to His Sacred Majesty the Tsar', designed several pieces for Dubois. A corner cabinet made with a technique similar to our piece (Chinese lacquer decor framed with rocaille bronzes) comes from the collection of Alphonse de Rothschild in Vienna. (See p270 of the book 'Le mobilier français du XVIIIe siècle' by Pierre Kjellberg). Rocaille is predominantly present in the designs of the bronzes that Dubois abundantly uses to adorn his furniture. These adopt a syncopated rhythm, very dynamic, made of short curves and counter-curves that respond to each other, collide, and overlap like waves. Often lush, they adorn and frame the panels of the furniture in a very characteristic way. The considerable development of these bronze edges, which extend the falls down to the feet, constitutes another characteristic trait of our cabinetmaker's style. The supports for the panels are very varied, and Dubois often uses Chinese or Japanese lacquer, as well as European varnishes in the taste of the Far East. The work of Jacques Dubois is limited to the Louis XV style, except for a few Transition or early Louis XVI pieces, perhaps made at the end of his career but more readily attributed to his son René, who worked with him. Very small sloping desks and even a jewelry box are known from Dubois.

9 860,00 €

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Pair of Art Nouveau chairs

Very elegant pair of Art Nouveau chairs featuring carved and pierced floral motifs in the spirit of Majorelle. The pierced backs are adorned with a sculpted floral decoration characterized by sinuous and organic lines, typical of this artistic movement inspired by nature. The curved legs and softly shaped seats enhance the harmony of the ensemble. The cane seats provide visual lightness, comfort, and authenticity. The beautiful patina of the mahogany wood, left by time, underscores the charm and history of these seats. These chairs will naturally find their place in an elegant interior, whether classic, Art Nouveau, or eclectic, around a game table or as decorative accent seating.

950,00 €