Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Giuseppe Maggiolini (1738-1814) is one of the most renowned Italian cabinetmakers of the 18th and early 19th century. Particularly famed 
is his work in marquetry, on commodes, chests, writing desks and tables. Neoclassical in design, his pieces employ a variety of richly-colored woods, geometric shapes, and intricate patterns. Read more... (538 words, 6 images, estimated 2:09 mins reading time)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
André-Charles Boulle (11 November 1642 – 28 February 1732) was a French cabinetmaker and Ébéniste du Roi for Louis XIV. He was born in Paris and was elected to the Académie St. Luc as such, though he also considered himself to be “an architect, mosaicist, engraver, and bronze-worker.”1 In 1672 he became cabinetmaker to the king, on the recommendation of Louis’ minister Jean-Baptiste Colbert. He worked continuously for the royal family in addition to taking on private important commissions.
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Giuseppe Maggiolini (1738-1814) is one of the most renowned Italian cabinetmakers of the 18th and early 19th century. Particularly famed 
is his work in marquetry, on commodes, chests, writing desks and tables. Neoclassical in design, his pieces employ a variety of richly-colored woods, geometric shapes, and intricate patterns. 