French Boulle-Style Jardinière by Louis Gradé and Tennants

and Tennants

A mid 19th century Italian Marian devotional titled Il Serto di Fiori

supporting the impression of a genuinely old Continental work

1740 French “La Fable des Abeilles” – Complete Four-Volume Set in Contemporary Calf

surface craquelure

French Boulle-Style Jardinière by Louis Gradé and TennantsFrench Boulle Style Jardinire by Louis Grad Paris, late 19th century With original zinc liner Makers label present This exceptional French Boulle style jardinire exemplifies the opulent decorative arts of late 19th century Paris. Of bombe form, the vessel is richly veneered in red tortoiseshell with intricate brass marquetry in scrolling arabesques, framed by finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts. Decorative features include lion mask side handles,