Furniture

Dimensions: 81-¼”H x 61-½”W x 26-¼”D

This stunning armoire de mariage was crafted in France during the 1800s from richly toned solid oak. The ornately carved motifs represent the wishes of wealth and prosperity for the new couple. The cornice has an impressively carved woven basket overflowing with flowers and pomegranates that serves as the nest for a pair of doves meant to represent the new couple. Swirling acanthus leaves with flowers flank the basket beautifully and are meant to represent fertility. The top of the wonderfully paneled doors display well carved grapes on the vine to represent abundance. Each of the doors center is carved with gardening motifs meant to represent wealth: the left showcases a lush basket of fruit, flowers, and wheat while the right has a watering can, ladder, sickle, and shovel. This piece is a fantastic example of the traditional gift from the bride’s parents. Large steel barrel hinges support the hefty doors. A sizable key unlocks the doors to reveal a storage space with 3 adjustable shelves- one being the top for a drawer. Make sure to view all of the photographs to see the incredibly detailed craftsmanship.

Dimensions: 110-¼”H x 62-¼”W x 25-½”D

A massive solid walnut armoire from France, crafted during the 1840s. A chapeau de la champ cornice tops the armoire, heighting it to over 9 feet tall. The shapely paneled doors feature simple geometric carvings and hang on impressive steel barrel hinges that run the length of the doors. Impressive iron escutcheons are fixed to both doors. The lock is functioning and includes one key. The interior houses 4 shelves, one being the top of a pair of drawers. The shelves are finished with a carved edge and are adjustable- they measure 16-¾” deep. The whole is raised on turned front feet. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.

Dimensions: 89”H x 56-¾”W x 21”D

This French armoire is full of show-stopping carvings! A wonderfully rounded cornice sits above a pair of carved paneled doors that are bisected by an eye-catching twisting motif.  Interesting brass escutcheons depict hearts and spoked wheels. Three fixed shelves are housed within the interior- two of which serve as the top of a drawer. The shelves measure 16-⅞”D. For the functioning lock one key is included. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at this fantastic case piece. Circa 1890. 

Dimensions: 97”H x 61-¼”W x 26-½”D

A wonderfully provincial Louis XV style armoire, handcrafted from solid walnut during the 19th century. A Chapeau de Gendarme cornice tops two doors with shapely carved panels creating a gorgeous façade with style-matching, recessed panels. They are hung on large steel barrel hinges with a Greek Key styled escutcheon plate and close before a massive storage space with two adjustable shelves that measure 21-¾” deep. The sinuous lines of the scalloped apron continue to the antique’s carved escargot feet in classic Louis XV-style. A single key works the lock on the door and acts as the pull. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.

Dimensions: 105-½”H x 51-¾”W x 19-¼”D

This one of a kind armoire was custom made to showcase the fabulous pair of 19th century painted boiserie panels that now serve as the doors. Boiserie panels rose in popularity during the 18th century as a way to emulate the grandeur of the French nobility, but they also served many practical purposes like heat insulation and noise control. A marvelous, dawn- hued scene overlooking a vast countryside depicts a variety of avian species in the foreground. Antiqued brass hardware perfectly compliments the colorscape of the paintings. The left door features an interior hook to hold it closed while the right is secured with a strong magnetic door catch. The interior is painted a warm walnut color and easily houses 5 adjustable shelves with a depth of 14”. The exterior was painted to match the existing color of the door panels. The whole is slightly raised on bracket feet and adds a nice shape to the overall body. Make sure to look through all of the photographs to get a closer look at the fabulous details throughout this towering armoire.