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18th Century French Wedding Armoire

$14,500
£10,965.47
€12,560.32
CA$20,317.98
A$22,180.40
CHF 11,678.26
MX$265,695.44
NOK 149,360.62
SEK 136,368.73
DKK 93,828.50

About the Item

An impressive 18th century painted armoire from Provence, France, circa 1760. Highly carved with romantic motifs including hearts beating on a drum, kissing doves, floral bouquets, oak leaves etc, indicating it was a matrimonial armoire. From the private collection of Pierre Moulin, founder of the Pierre Deux shops and author of the French Country Style books. The interior shelves are wrapped in vintage toile de jouy fabric. The case is painted in light gray. The armoire retains its original iron hardware including lock and key. A very special piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 102 in (259.08 cm)Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Back appears to have been replaced at some point. Paint is later. Wear consistent with age and use. A very sturdy piece. Armoire can be disassembled for shipping.
  • Seller Location:
    Doylestown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU837048074612

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