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A pair of Louis XIV carved pear or cherry wood boxes, Nancy, second half 17th century, in the manner
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A pair of Louis XIV carved pear or cherry wood boxes, Nancy, second half 17th century, in the manner of César Bagard
the hinged lid with a carved crowned initialed cartouche to the centre, opening to reveal a storage compartment lined with green felt, raised on four ball feet
8.5cm. high, 29.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep;
3 1/3in., 11 5/8in., 9in.
This lot will not be on public view in our New Bond Street galleries but may be seen upon appointment only. Please contact a member of the Classic Design department for further details.
Catalogue note
César Bagard, known as ‘Le Grand César,’ was a renowned sculptor famous for his monumental statues and figures. Unfortunately, most of his works were destroyed during the French Revolution, leaving little remaining. Bagard’s woodware reflected Louis XIV design, translating silver motifs into wood carvings like dressing table mirrors, trinket boxes, and candlesticks. These decorative pieces were crafted in Nancy, an independent Duchy of Lorraine, where skilled carvers adapted to French laws banning luxury items made from precious metals. They created exquisite woodware featuring shallow carvings of flowers, acanthus leaves, and birds, ranging from naturalistic to formal Renaissance styles.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
the hinged lid with a carved crowned initialed cartouche to the centre, opening to reveal a storage compartment lined with green felt, raised on four ball feet
8.5cm. high, 29.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep;
3 1/3in., 11 5/8in., 9in.
This lot will not be on public view in our New Bond Street galleries but may be seen upon appointment only. Please contact a member of the Classic Design department for further details.
Catalogue note
César Bagard, known as ‘Le Grand César,’ was a renowned sculptor famous for his monumental statues and figures. Unfortunately, most of his works were destroyed during the French Revolution, leaving little remaining. Bagard’s woodware reflected Louis XIV design, translating silver motifs into wood carvings like dressing table mirrors, trinket boxes, and candlesticks. These decorative pieces were crafted in Nancy, an independent Duchy of Lorraine, where skilled carvers adapted to French laws banning luxury items made from precious metals. They created exquisite woodware featuring shallow carvings of flowers, acanthus leaves, and birds, ranging from naturalistic to formal Renaissance styles.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
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A pair of Louis XIV carved pear or cherry wood boxes, Nancy, second half 17th century, in the manner of César Bagard
the hinged lid with a carved crowned initialed cartouche to the centre, opening to reveal a storage compartment lined with green felt, raised on four ball feet
8.5cm. high, 29.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep;
3 1/3in., 11 5/8in., 9in.
This lot will not be on public view in our New Bond Street galleries but may be seen upon appointment only. Please contact a member of the Classic Design department for further details.
Catalogue note
César Bagard, known as ‘Le Grand César,’ was a renowned sculptor famous for his monumental statues and figures. Unfortunately, most of his works were destroyed during the French Revolution, leaving little remaining. Bagard’s woodware reflected Louis XIV design, translating silver motifs into wood carvings like dressing table mirrors, trinket boxes, and candlesticks. These decorative pieces were crafted in Nancy, an independent Duchy of Lorraine, where skilled carvers adapted to French laws banning luxury items made from precious metals. They created exquisite woodware featuring shallow carvings of flowers, acanthus leaves, and birds, ranging from naturalistic to formal Renaissance styles.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
the hinged lid with a carved crowned initialed cartouche to the centre, opening to reveal a storage compartment lined with green felt, raised on four ball feet
8.5cm. high, 29.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep;
3 1/3in., 11 5/8in., 9in.
This lot will not be on public view in our New Bond Street galleries but may be seen upon appointment only. Please contact a member of the Classic Design department for further details.
Catalogue note
César Bagard, known as ‘Le Grand César,’ was a renowned sculptor famous for his monumental statues and figures. Unfortunately, most of his works were destroyed during the French Revolution, leaving little remaining. Bagard’s woodware reflected Louis XIV design, translating silver motifs into wood carvings like dressing table mirrors, trinket boxes, and candlesticks. These decorative pieces were crafted in Nancy, an independent Duchy of Lorraine, where skilled carvers adapted to French laws banning luxury items made from precious metals. They created exquisite woodware featuring shallow carvings of flowers, acanthus leaves, and birds, ranging from naturalistic to formal Renaissance styles.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.
Classic Design: Furniture, Clocks, Silver & Ceramics
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