Isac Simon Rebour Small Louis XVI period mahogany and marble coffee table XVI around 1780-1790

Description:
An elegant small side table, known as a flying living room table, made of mahogany. It opens with a side drawer and rests on four spindle legs. The top is adorned with purple Brocatelle marble set in a gilt bronze gallery mold.

Features:
Materials: Mahogany and purple Brocatelle marble.
Period: Louis XVI, circa 1780-1790.
Stamp: Isac Simon Rebour.
Hallmark: Joiners and Cabinetmakers Guild (JME).
Dimensions: Height 74,5 cm, Length 55,5 cm, Depth 34,5 cm.
Condition: Very good condition.

History:
Isac Simon Rebour, born in February 1735, was received as a Master on July 15, 1767. He began as a free craftsman in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine before obtaining his master's degree. He resided successively in the streets of Charonne, Montreuil and Roquette. His relationships with many upholsterers and founders testify to his influence in the Parisian cabinetmaking community. Despite his talent, he encountered financial difficulties and had to file for bankruptcy several times. He was still alive during the Revolution in 1793.

Violet Brocatelle Marble:
Brocatelle marble takes its name from an Italian fabric, brocade, known for its rich relief patterns. This marble, with swirling veins, is fragile but highly prized for its decorative qualities. Mined in the quarries of the Jura and the Pyrenees, it was particularly appreciated in the XVIIe and XVIIIth centuries for furniture tops. It can be found in prestigious settings such as the Petit Trianon in Versailles or the Opéra Garnier in Paris.

References:
The French Furniture of XVIII1st century: Dictionary of cabinetmakers and carpenters by Pierre Kjellberg.
The cabinetmakers of XVIIIth century, their works and their marks by Count François de Salverte.
Identifying Marbles and Using Marbles by J. Dubarry de Lasalle.
Marbels, From Quarries to Palaces by P. Julien.
Ancient marbles, collective work.

Isac Simon Rebour Louis XVI Period Mahogany and Marble Side Table circa 1780-1790

Description:
An elegant side table, known as a “flying table,” crafted in mahogany. It features a side drawer and stands on four legs. The top is adorned with a Brocatelle violet marble inset within a gilt bronze border.

Characteristics:
Materials: Mahogany and Brocatelle violet marble.
Period: Louis XVI, circa 1780-1790.
Stamp: Isac Simon Rebour.
Mark: Joinery and Cabinetmaking Guild (JME).
Dimensions: Height 29.33 inches, Length 21.85 inches, Depth 13.58 inches.
Condition: In fine original condition.

Historical Background:
Isac Simon Rebour, born in February 1735, was granted master status on July 15, 1767. He began as a free craftsman in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine before achieving mastery. He successively resided on the streets of Charonne, Montreuil, and Roquette. His connections with numerous upholsterers and founders attest to his influence in the Parisian cabinet-making scene. Despite his skill, he faced financial difficulties and had to file for bankruptcy several times. He was still alive during the French Revolution in 1793.

Brocatelle Violet Marble:
Brocatelle marble derives its name from an Italian fabric, brocade, known for its rich relief patterns. This marble, with its swirling veins, is delicate but highly prized for its decorative qualities. Quarried in the Jura and Pyrenees regions, it was particularly favored in the 17th and 18th centuries for furniture tops. It can be found in prestigious settings such as the Petit Trianon at Versailles and the Paris Opera Garnier.

Bibliography:
The French Furniture of XVIII1st century: Dictionary of cabinetmakers and carpenters* by Pierre Kjellberg.
The cabinetmakers of XVIIIth century, their works and their marks* by Comte François de Salverte.
dentifying Marbles and Using Marbles by J. Dubarry de Lasalle.
Marbels, From Quarries to Palaces by P. Julien.
Marmi antichi, collective work.