Etching ‘Coffret de mariage’ by Boulle for the Grand Dauphin – L. Gaucherel, L’Art 1880

Coffret de mariage by Boulle – etching by Léon Gaucherel

A fine etching by Léon Gaucherel (1816–1886) of a luxurious marriage casket on stand in Boulle marquetry, with masks, bronze mounts and a pine-cone finial. According to the caption, the casket was commissioned by Louis XIV for the Grand Dauphin (‘Coffret de mariage commandé par Louis XIV pour le Grand Dauphin’) and made by André-Charles Boulle (‘Boulle fecit’). At the top ‘Collections du Palais de San Donato’: the famous collection of Prince Demidoff in Florence, auctioned in 1880. Published by L’Art, printed by Ch. Chardon aîné in Paris.

Why we chose this piece

A print about one of the finest cabinetmakers of all time, with a royal story. A real must for lovers of furniture history.

Style and interior

Suits a classic French interior, alongside Louis XIV or Boulle furniture, in a library or study.

Dimensions: 28.2 × 41.5 cm
Engraver: Léon Gaucherel (1816–1886)
Subject: coffret de mariage by A.-C. Boulle for the Grand Dauphin
Publication: L’Art, Collections du Palais de San Donato (c. 1880)
Technique: etching
Period: c. 1880
Condition: Good. The paper is lightly toned; a few small nicks and a light crease along the left edge (photo 1). No stains or tears in the image.

Price:
€ 35

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