337 - A cabinet marking the completion of an apprentice cabinetmaker’s apprenticeship, rectangular in shape,

A cabinet marking the completion of an apprentice cabinetmaker’s apprenticeship, rectangular in shape, made of wood with inlay that is partially polychromed on all four sides, featuring a compass rose design on the front and lid, and swastikas on the sides, the hinged lid secured by a lock and featuring a mirror on the interior, resting on four ball-shaped feet. With its key. Île-de-France, 1908. Accompanied by a business card created by the journeyman in India ink, depicting the compass rose, the compass, and the square within a journeyman’s triangle, framed by emblematic motifs, including the eye and the cross, signed “Journeyman Albin - Cabinetmaker.” H. 13 x W. 21.5 x D. 18.5 cm. Provenance Henri Klinger Collection. History After several years of apprenticeship or training with a master craftsman, the future journeyman undertook a Tour de France during which he could acquire new technical skills and gain professional experience. This Tour typically culminated in the creation of a masterpiece that had to be approved by a jury. Once accepted, the young apprentice was officially recognized in his profession and awarded the title of Compagnon du Tour de France.