Bernard Toro's French Regency Spirit in a Mirror

Result EUR9,000

Published on 01 February 2022, by Philippe Dufour

Auction on 22 January 2022 - 14:30 (CET) - 8-10, rue de Castries - 69002 Lyon

In this sale devoted to the decorative arts, a mirror with brilliant ornaments illustrated the work of the cabinetmaker from southern France, and was accompanied by a pair of pistols by Devisme.

French Regency period, south of France, attributed to Bernard Toro (1672-1731). Large... Bernard Toro's French Regency Spirit in a Mirror

French Regency period, south of France, attributed to Bernard Toro (1672-1731). Large giltwood mirror with carved beads, h. 190 cm/74.8 in, l. 120 cm/47.2 in.
Result: €9,000

Born in Toulon, Bernard Turreau, aka Toro, was the sculptor most sought-after by Provençal aristocrats in the early 18th century. His quirky creations are particularly original, combining the French Regency style…

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