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19th Century French Marriage Armoire
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19th Century French Marriage Armoire

19th century
Sold 7 November 2024 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A 19th Century French pine marriage armoire in Louis XV style, the moulded cornice over a pair of foliate carved and panelled doors centred by a basket of flowers, raised on shaped feet with a carved apron, the interior later fitted with shelves to the left hand side and hanging rail on the right - this could easily be removed and shelves re-instated.

In very good condition overall. It does not break down other than the cornice and doors are removable.

Physical Dimensions
Height
211cm (83.07")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this French Marriage Armoire to the 19th Century.

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SA1078119
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SKU00000681
Description
A 19th Century French pine marriage armoire in Louis XV style, the moulded cornice over a pair of foliate carved and panelled doors centred by a basket of flowers, raised on shaped feet with a carved apron, the interior later fitted with shelves to the left hand side and hanging rail on the right - this could easily be removed and shelves re-instated.

In very good condition overall. It does not break down other than the cornice and doors are removable.

Height
211cm (83.07")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this French Marriage Armoire to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1078119
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000681
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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19th Century French Marriage Armoire

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Hand of Glory

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Telephone 07867 305451 or 01249 447478
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/handofglory
Verified Since Jul 2012
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Items Sold 2,462
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A full shot of an antique carved oak double-door armoire featuring intricate floral basket carvings and panelled woodwork.
19th Century French Marriage Armoire
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A full shot of an antique carved oak double-door armoire featuring intricate floral basket carvings and panelled woodwork.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWardrobes & Armoires
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Provincial
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral basket carvings, Raised panels, Scrolled cresting, Carved centre stile
  • SizeH 211 cm (83 in) x W 118 cm (46 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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A marriage armoire is a large, ornate wooden cabinet traditionally commissioned in rural France as a wedding gift to hold the brides linens and dowry, often featuring symbolic carvings such as floral baskets or ribbons.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid regional hardwoods like oak, chestnut, or fruitwood, featuring traditional pegged mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved ornamentation, and wrought iron hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetails, tool marks on the timber, natural oxidisation, iron or brass hand-forged hinges, and construction methods consistent with pre-industrial cabinet making.

An antique armoire works well as a grounding focal point in a bedroom or living space, contrasting against neutral walls to highlight its natural wood grain, and can be used for modern media storage or wardrobe needs.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting with a soft dry cloth, and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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