Gilles Joubert: A Parisian Master of Rococo Elegance Gilles Joubert (1689–1775) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of French furniture design and craftsmanship during the reign of Louis XV. Born in Paris, he emerged from a lineage steeped in artisanal tradition—his father was a sculptor—and quickly established himself as one of the most sought-after ébénistes (cabinetmakers) of his era, earning recognition for his meticulous at…