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Set of eight 19th century Bois Durci portrait plaques

Creator: Francois Lepage (Attributed)
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Set of eight 19th century Bois Durci portrait plaques
French, 19th Century
Height 2cm, diameter 11cm

This set of 8 plaques has been attributed to the creator of the Bois Durci material, François Lepage. This unusual material is notable for its density and glossy finish, making it perfect for decorative plaques and other small desk items. It is often compared to the popular Whitby Jet.

Each of the roundels depicts the head of a different historical figure, who sits in profile. All but one of the panels depict famous composers, including Beethoven, Mozart, and Handel. A final plaque depicts Napoleon Bonaparte – this panel is inscribed to the reverse ‘Bois Durci’. The name of each figure is embossed around the edge of the plaque, and all eight are surmounted by small hooks for display. Each portrait is beautifully rendered, casting the finest details to ensure a likeness to the original model.

These elegant panels are wonderful collectables, that could be displayed either horizontally or hung on a wall.

Artist/Maker: François Lepage

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bois Durci.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17574
Incollect Reference #:	737072

Dimensions

H.	0.79 in;	Diam.	4.33 in;
H.	2 cm;	Diam.	11 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.