Louis Delanois: The Parisian Menuisier Bridging Rococo and Neoclassicism Born in the heart of Paris in 1731, Louis Delanois emerged as a pivotal figure in the late 18th-century French furniture world. More than simply a craftsman, he was a menuisier – a specialist in seat furniture – who skillfully navigated the shifting tastes between the opulent excesses of Rococo and the burgeoning elegance of Neoclassicism. His life, though tragically ending in bankruptcy, offers a fascinating glimpse into the dynamic artistic landscape of pre-revolutionary France, showcasing his talent, ambition, and ul…