Jean-Henri Riesener: Cabinetmaker to Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette (Hardback) The Swing Collection Captivated by helmets in particular

Captivated by helmets in particular

Her work has been in solo exhibitions around the world

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her signature style of figure painting has developed something of a cult following for its attention to art historical tradition and a decidedly contemporary

Jean-Henri Riesener: Cabinetmaker to Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette (Hardback) The Swing Collection Captivated by helmets in particular10% discount for Members Join now Jean Henri Riesener (1734 1806) was one of the greatest French cabinetmakers of all time. From humble beginnings as a German immigrant in Paris, he found fame through the delivery of a magnificent roll top desk to Louis XV in 1769 and went on to become Marie Antoinette's favourite cabinetmaker, supplying the queen and the court of Louis XVI with sumptuous furniture of superb quality. Renowned for his exquisite