Louis XV desk stamped SAR

Ebénisterie Mathieu Vath

Restoration of a Louis XV desk stamped by Jean-Girard-Théodore SAR. It is a magnificent desk, of very high quality craftsmanship. Its legs, apron, and drawers are made of walnut. The top, however, is made of softwood. Finally, a beautiful Indian ebony covers the entire piece. Jean-Girard-Théodore SAR was born in 1724 and became a master craftsman on October 1, 1766. Established on Rue de Lappe, in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, he worked primarily for fellow craftsmen. Among them were Migeon from 1755, Coulon in 1774, and Dubuisson. In addition, he supplied […]