Étienne Girard
A Brief Encounter
Étienne Girard was a true maestro of the Parisian artisanal community, whose hands were capable of coaxing the very soul from the wood he worked with. Born in 1733 into a lineage of woodworkers, Étienne's destiny was carved from the very beginning. Over the years, his name became a byword for excellence in the art of woodcraft, his pieces celebrated for their intricate detail and the life they seemed to embody.
At 42, Étienne's workshop was not merely a place of business but a sanctuary where art and philosophy intermingled. His robust laughter filled the space just as much as the scent of oak and pine. The day of June 14th, 1775, encapsulated the essence of Étienne's world: a place where every tool told a story, every shaving of wood held a piece of history, and every finished work was a tribute to the tree from which it came.
