A Life Dedicated to Porcelain: The Delicate World of Etienne-Henri Le Guay Etienne-Henri Le Guay, a name perhaps less celebrated than some of his contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a significant niche in the history of French decorative arts. Born in Sèvres in 1719 and passing away in 1799, Le Guay dedicated his artistic life to the refinement and beauty of porcelain painting. His career unfolded against a backdrop of evolving tast…