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Louis XIV bureau en pente, c. 1750 (ormolu-mounted Japanese lacquer & vernis Martin)
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Louis XIV bureau en pente, c. 1750 (ormolu-mounted Japanese lacquer & vernis Martin)
3060234 Louis XIV bureau en pente, c.1750 (ormolu-mounted Japanese lacquer & vernis Martin) by Risenburgh II, Bernard van (1665-1765) (attr. to); 89x91.5x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The late 17th Century Japanese lacquer panels decorated overall with court ladies playing Koto and pavilions within a mountainous landscape, inset with ivory flowerheads and gold flecks with gold hiramaki-e and gold takamaki on a roiro ground, the serpentine shaped top, slightly bomb sides and fall-front framed with borders of trailing foliage, rockwork, acanthus and shell-clasps, the fall-front with embossed brown leather writing-surface enclosing a fitted tulipwood-veneered interior with bois de bout marquetry and three spring-activated slides and three drawers, one fitted with white-metal inkwells, the frieze with central shell clasp and similar surrounds, on cabriole legs headed by acanthus-cast angle-mounts with flowerheads, cabochons and acanthus-cast trailing foliate ornament terminating in scrolling sabots); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22230348
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Bureau Cabinet Cabriole Desk Gilded Gilt Japonisme Lacquered Neoclassical Orientalist Rococo Neo Classical
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This print showcases the exquisite Louis XIV bureau en pente, a masterpiece of furniture craftsmanship from around 1750. The bureau is adorned with ormolu-mounted Japanese lacquer and vernis Martin, creating a stunning fusion of Eastern and Western artistic styles. The lacquer panels, dating back to the late 17th century, depict court ladies gracefully playing the Koto amidst pavilions nestled within a picturesque mountainous landscape. Ivory flowerheads and gold flecks embellish these panels with intricate hiramaki-e and takamaki techniques on a roiro ground, adding an opulent touch to the overall design. The serpentine-shaped top and slightly bomb sides are framed by borders featuring trailing foliage, rockwork, acanthus leaves, and shell clasps. Opening the fall-front reveals an embossed brown leather writing-surface that encloses a meticulously crafted tulipwood-veneered interior. Bois de bout marquetry enhances its beauty while three spring-activated slides and drawers provide practical storage space. One drawer even features white-metal inkwells for convenience. Supported by cabriole legs adorned with acanthus-cast angle-mounts boasting flowerheads, cabochons, and trailing foliate ornamentation terminating in scrolling sabots; this bureau exudes elegance from every angle. Measuring at 89x91.5x47 cm, this remarkable piece resides in a private collection where it continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. Through this photograph taken by Bernard van Risenburgh II or attributed to him (1665-1765), we can appreciate the timeless allure of this Louis XIV bureau en pente as it stands as a testament to exceptional craftsmanship across cultures throughout history.
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