A Nomandy Chateau's Armoire
AU$16,000.00
Reference No: MX1136
An important 18th century French Regence period solid oak 'Armoire de Mariage' decorated with fine haut-relief carved trellises of leaves and flowers, and with a bouquet of flowers centred on the arched and stepped 'Chapeau de Gendarme' pediment. Standing on elegantly scrolled feet, typical of the Regence period. This Armoire is internally fitted with all of its original shelves and drawers, and it retains all its original locks and keys, which are all in good working order. Please note that there are two secret doors that open on each of the flanks of this Armoire. The compartments behind these doors are designed to hold secret and valuable items. The Armoires made in the area of Bayeux are considered to be amongst the finest in France. Area of Bayeux, Lower Normandy, circa 1730.
Condition report: Complete and in very good and original, unrestored condition. In Miguel's opinion, this Armoire does not require any restoration, unless a buyer has specific requests.
Dimensions: Height 247 cm, width 152 cm, depth 61 cm.
Status: On Hold