Cherry Wood (bois De Sainte-lucie), Dressing Mirror
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Cherry Wood (bois De Sainte-lucie), Dressing Mirror
About the Item
Probably made by Nicolas-François Foulon (1628-1698)
Provenance: probably sold through the atelier of César Bagard de Nancy
Comparative literature: H. Demoriane, "Bois de Bagard," Connaissance des Arts, January 1968, p. 91.
The carving of small objects from this hard, dense wood, namely prunus mahaleb or bois de Sainte-Lucie -- a variety of cherry wood found in the forest of Sampigny-en-Barrois and named after a convent located there -- was a specialty of Lorraine in the late seventeenth century. This industry thrived after the sumptuary edicts of 1689-1709 dictated that small personal objects, including those used as wedding gifts, such as toilette accessories, boxes, and mirrors could no longer be made of silver or gold. Tabletiers made these items from bois de Sainte-Lucie using the repertoire of designs and motifs formerly found in silver. Working in the style established by the Great Bagard, Foulon produced mirrors and objects for a wide clientele, including Louis XIV's son, the Grand Dauphin.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Nancy, Lorraine, circa 1690
- Condition:Excellent Antique.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: MI 17-231stDibs: U1106038543225
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