Léonard BOUDIN (1735-1804), received Master in Paris on Augu - Lot 519

Léonard BOUDIN (1735-1804), received Master in Paris on August 21, 1745. Small lounge table in veneered wood, decorated with a "à la reine" marquetry of alternating diamond lattice motifs centered on a flower in frames. The oval breche marble top is encircled by an openwork brass gallery. The four imitation fluted inlaid tapered legs are joined by a kidney-shaped spacer shelf. Gilt bronze ornamentation on the hooves, jambs and keyhole, including knotted ribbons and pearled friezes. It opens at the waist with a single drawer revealing a gilded leather writing tablet. Stamped and jurand hallmark under the drawer, partly obliterated. Louis XVI period. Height Height : 68.5 cm Width : 50 cm Depth : 38 cm Restoration. Note and bibliography : Jean NICOLAY - "L'art et la manière des Maîtres ébénistes français au XVIIIème siècle". Page 23. Léonard BOUDIN, a simple craftsman, demonstrates the destiny that awaited men of merit under the old monarchy. Without money, connections or support, he was quickly recognized for his skill and artistry, and quickly became one of the leading cabinetmakers of his time. Aided by his master, the admirable and conscientious Migeon, and trained by this incomparable teacher, Léonard BOUDIN left an infinitely varied body of work. Léonard BOUDIN is perhaps the Master cabinetmaker who has most renewed the art of marquetry.