Charles-Joseph Lemarchand
1759–1826 (age 67)
Biography
Charles-Joseph Lemarchand was a skilled French cabinetmaker born in 1759 whose craft exemplified the fine furniture-making traditions of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Working through the Revolutionary period and beyond, he maintained and practiced the sophisticated techniques of his trade during an era when such craftsmanship remained highly valued.
Lemarchand's career extended until his death in 1826, and he was buried in Père Lachaise Cemetery. His legacy as a cabinetmaker represents the artisans and craftspeople whose skills and dedication contributed to the material culture and aesthetic refinement of French society.