Étienne Marceau

Étienne Marceau is a master restorer of antique mirrors, working from a small atelier tucked between the traboules of old Lyon. Born into a family of cabinetmakers, Étienne developed a deep appreciation for French decorative arts from an early age. His training combined classical woodcarving with modern restoration methods, allowing him to revive time-worn frames while preserving their history.

He specializes in 18th and 19th-century French and British mirror frames, using hand tools and natural finishes to enhance their patina without erasing the passage of time. Whether it's fretwork from Georgian England or the elegance of a Victorian bevel, Étienne treats each mirror as a piece of quiet architecture—meant to reflect more than just the surface.

Working mainly with reclaimed materials, he sees restoration as an act of storytelling, where every curve and crack becomes part of the object’s continued life.