The book of decorative furniture, its form, colour and history (1910)
Foley, Edwin · London : T.C. and E.C. Jack · leaf 416
che in the centre ofthe base, informs us that this masterpiece of inlaid woodworkwas made at Massevaux by Jean Conrad Tornier; Arquebusmounter in 1630. It is therefore of French origin in a strictlygeographical sense ;—the little town of Massevaux being close toBelfort, Haut Rhin, on the German… … THE LOUIS XrV. PERIOD 311 BERNINI The Percy Anecdotes relate an instance of the favour whichLouis xrv., autocrat and despot though he was, showed towards thoseeminent in the arts. When Louis xiv. invited Bernini to Francehe was received with public honours, the Papal Nuncio meeting himto conduct…
Furniture · Decoration and ornament
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