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Antique 18th Century French Carved Oak Knockdown Armoire Wardrobe Linen Press

$4,000List Price

About the Item

An exceptional 18th century French Knockdown Armoire. Made from oak with beautifully hand carved inset paneled doors featuring diamonds, French foliate and scrolling wing motifs. The cabinet opens to shelving which can be removed to allow access for a hanging bar for garments. Features ornate scrolled iron hardware and robust hinges. Lower apron showcases gadrooning above bulbous hand turned bun feet. A charming case piece that will draw attention in any space. With large full length doors, we often look at antique armoires as passageways to secret rooms or even different worlds. While most antique armoires don’t take us to a different dimension, they nonetheless add incredible charm and beauty to both new and old homes alike. Before closets were built into rooms, a solid wood free-standing wardrobe or “armoire” (French for Wardrobe) was standard for storing clothes. However, not all could afford such a luxury, and many antique wardrobes belonged to the upper classes who owned more than one set of clothes. Thus, on antique armoires from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, we often see artistic embellishments and luxurious details. Antique French armoires often have Rococo or Gothic carvings, mirrored doors and naturalistic carvings. These feminine elements on antique French armoires demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship and artistry afforded only by the rich. The phrase Knock-down refers to the ability for these pieces to be easily disassembled and re-assembled. This allowed for these massive armoires to be able to shipped hundreds of miles and fit up the narrow staircases and winding hallways of the Victorian and preceding eras. DIMENSIONS 23.5" x 65" x 84.5", shelves 14"h x 16"d

Dimensions:
Height: 85 in (215.9 cm)Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
Style:
French Provincial (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak,Carved
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
18th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Good Antique Condition; General use and age related wear. slight splitting / separation on lower apron. Shelving updated (happy to stain down to match if interested) Small settling crack along lower left panel on left side.
Seller Location:
Dayton, OH
Reference Number:
Seller: 407131stDibs: LU5343238608442

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