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Woodcarving

 

 

The art of sculpture is closely connected to the craft of cabinetmaking. Depending on their species, some woods prove more or less easy to work with. The carvings adorning furniture or doors are called relief sculptures. A distinction is made between bas-relief and high relief. This technique consists of creating reliefs of varying depth on a flat background.

High relief is characterized by motifs that are almost entirely detached from the surface, sometimes reaching up to three-quarters of their actual volume. In contrast, bas-relief features shallower carvings whose forms remain more integrated into the background.

Sculpture in the round, meanwhile, refers to fully three-dimensional works that can be viewed from every angle. Generally displayed on a pedestal, these creations can vary greatly in size, ranging from miniatures to monumental works.

 

Mirror with Carved Bow

This refined mirror, with its generous dimensions, captures the light and elegantly enlarges the space. It stands above a fireplace with understated yet carefully crafted lines.

Its imposing carved wooden frame, entirely finished in an elegant matte gold patina, evokes the refinement of Louis XVI décor and the spirit of grand French residences.

The upper section is adorned with a beautifully crafted laurel wreath, a timeless symbol delicately placed upon an ornate bow. The vegetal side ornaments bring balance and lightness, while the friezes framing the mirror enhance its distinguished character.