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Nicolas-Quinibert Foliot was an 18th century French cabinetmaker. He was the supplier of furniture for the castles of Versailles, Fontainebleau and Compiègne.
All of his works are distinguished by luxury. The lines are balanced and elegant, the carvings are numerous and executed subtly and tastefully.
Edgar William Brandt was a French ironworker and prolific weapons designer. In 1901 he set up a small workshop at 76 rue Michel-Ange in the 16th arrondissement in Paris, where he began designing, silversmithing, and forging small items such as jewelry, crosses, and brooches. His business began to take off with special commissions such as the door of the French Embassy in Brussels, the Escalier Mollien stairs in the Louvre, and the stair and balcony railing for the Grand Theatre Municipal de Nancy.
Narcisse Vivien was a French artist known for his decorative and ornamental art, as well as his contributions to the Art Nouveau movement. He was particularly renowned for his work in the field of ceramics, creating intricate and stylized designs that incorporated elements of nature and fantasy.
Vivien trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and went on to establish his own studio, where he created a wide range of works including pottery, glassware, metalwork, and furniture. He drew inspiration from a variety of sources, including ancient mythology, Japanese art, and the natural world.
Vivien's work is characterized by its use of flowing, organic forms, intricate patterns, and a strong sense of line and color. His designs often featured delicate flowers, twisting vines, and fantastical creatures, creating a sense of whimsy and magic that was characteristic of the Art Nouveau style.
Today, Vivien's work is highly prized by collectors and art enthusiasts, and his legacy continues to influence artists and designers around the world.
