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Cabinet
attributed to André-Charles Boulle, c. 1670 - c. 1675
This may be the earliest-known masterpiece by Boulle, the most celebrated cabinetmaker of his time. Boulle perfected the technique of floral marquetry in various woods. The gilt-bronze armorial trophy above the middle door originally contained a portrait of Louis XIV. It was replaced with a likeness of King George I of England (1660–1727).
- Artwork typefurniture, case furniture, cabinet
- Object numberBK-1990-7
- Dimensionsheight 189 cm x width 129.5 cm x depth 62.5 cm, width 121 cm x depth 62.5 cm
- Physical characteristicseikenhout, belijmd met verschillende houtsoorten, koper, tin, schildpad, hoorn en lapis lazuli; beslag: verguld brons