Title
A Louis XVI Style Brule-Parfum (Perfume Burner)
Object Type
Date
late 19th century
Description
A Louis XVI style perfume burner (French, late 19th century) attributed to Alfred-Emmanuel Beurdeley (French, 1847-1919). The perfume burner contains a cobalt blue porcelain bowl in an ormolu (gilt-bronze) mount in the form of a tripod stand with a central support. The foliate form tripod arms are topped with nymphs playing pipes.
The firm of Beurdeley was one of the most prestigious furniture makers of the 19th century. It was founded by Jean Beurdeley (1772-1853) who established the firm’s first workshop in Paris in 1818. After Jean’s death it was taken over by his son Louis-Auguste-Alfred Beurdeley (1808-1882), who soon established himself as one of the most skilled cabinet makers of the era. Continuing the trend of the family business, in 1875 Alfred-Emmanuel Beurdeley (1847-1919) took over for his father. While continuing to produce high-quality furniture, Alfred-Emmanuel was also known for his skill with ormolu.
The firm of Beurdeley was one of the most prestigious furniture makers of the 19th century. It was founded by Jean Beurdeley (1772-1853) who established the firm’s first workshop in Paris in 1818. After Jean’s death it was taken over by his son Louis-Auguste-Alfred Beurdeley (1808-1882), who soon established himself as one of the most skilled cabinet makers of the era. Continuing the trend of the family business, in 1875 Alfred-Emmanuel Beurdeley (1847-1919) took over for his father. While continuing to produce high-quality furniture, Alfred-Emmanuel was also known for his skill with ormolu.
Cultural Origin
French
Medium
porcelain
ormolu
Extent
21" x 13" x 13"
Collection
Source
Gift of Ms. Doris Duke, 1973.
Identifier
PSNC.4245
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