18th Century French Painted Armoire

An 18th Century French Painted Armoire of Grand and Imposing Scale.

This armoire or cupboard is highly carved, and has old paint decoration. The shaped panels in the centres of the doors are left plain for contrast but around them there is a high amount of carved detail, the carving is of very impressive quality. The subject of the carving revolves around birds and flowers. Beginning at the top, there are floral swags with a central bird seated upon them. This carving is in very high relief and is picked out in tones of grey and off white. Behind this is a frieze of floral detailing, all painted. The pilasters and dividers between the doors are carved in fine detail with small scale carving used to great effect. The small panels in the doors contain scenes with four or five different carved mouldings surrounding them, truly wonderful examples of the carvers' art. The hinges are beautifully made and of exceptional visual interest as well with a variety of decorative turnings on the outer portions. Inside the cupboard has a series of adjustable shelves and two shallow drawers. The base of is decorated with fruiting vines and leaves and stands upon carved, shaped feet.

Of grand scale with incredible carved detail.

H 245cm x W 180cm x D 66cm 

H 96½” x W 70¾ ” x D 26 ”

(#3984)

Physical Dimensions

Height

245cm (96.46")

Width

180cm (70.87")

Depth

66cm (25.98")

Declaration

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this French Painted Oak Armoire to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1225021

Dealers Internal Reference

3984

Description

18th Century French Painted Armoire

An 18th Century French Painted Armoire of Grand and Imposing Scale.

This armoire or cupboard is highly carved, and has old paint decoration.

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The shaped panels in the centres of the doors are left plain for contrast but around them there is a high amount of carved detail, the carving is of very impressive quality.

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

The subject of the carving revolves around birds and flowers. Beginning at the top, there are floral swags with a central bird seated upon them. This carving is in very high relief and is picked out in tones of grey and off white. Behind this is a frieze of floral detailing, all painted. The pilasters and dividers between the doors are carved in fine detail with small scale carving used to great effect. The small panels in the doors contain scenes with four or five different carved mouldings surrounding them, truly wonderful examples of the carvers' art. The hinges are beautifully made and of exceptional visual interest as well with a variety of decorative turnings on the outer portions. Inside the cupboard has a series of adjustable shelves and two shallow drawers. The base of is decorated with fruiting vines and leaves and stands upon carved, shaped feet.

Of grand scale with incredible carved detail.

H 245cm x W 180cm x D 66cm 

H 96½” x W 70¾ ” x D 26 ”

(#3984)

Physical Dimensions

Height

245cm (96.46")

Width

180cm (70.87")

Depth

66cm (25.98")

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this French Painted Oak Armoire to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1225021

Dealers Internal Ref

3984

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French armoires from the 18th century are characteristically large, freestanding cabinets defined by regional craftsmanship, arched top mouldings, asymmetric scrollwork, and detailed relief carvings depicting floral or agricultural motifs.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or fruitwood, held together with mortise and tenon joinery secured by wooden dowel pegs. Surfaces were often left natural or finished with milk paint and gesso.

Authentic period armoires display hand-planed backboards, hand-forged iron hardware, irregular saw marks on unexposed wood, and natural wear patterns or layered paint oxidisation concentrated around handles and door edges.

An armoire functions as a anchor piece in bedrooms, dining areas, or entrance halls, providing visual weight and soft texture when paired alongside clean contemporary architecture or neutral linen upholstery.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft microfiber cloth and avoid applying modern chemical sprays or water. Position the cabinet away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent timber shrinkage and paint flaking.

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