A Normandy Armoire de Mariage
AU$2,200.00
Reference No: ALF92
A 19th century French Louis XV style haut-relief carved pine 'Armoire de Mariage', fitted with a shaped ‘Chapeau de Gendarme’ pediment. Traditionally given in Normandy to a newly-wed couple as a wedding present, this Marriage Armoire is decorated with carved bouquets and with garlands of Spring flowers, allegories for fertility. Area of Rouen, Normandy, circa 1850.
Condition report: In good and original, unrestored condition. Please feel free to ask for a restoration quote from our workshop.
Dimensions: Width 132 cm (145 cm at pelmet), depth 46 cm, overall height 217 cm.
Status: Available