Louis XV Cherrywood Bonnetiere Armoire
circa: 18th century
origin: Vendee Region
height: 83"
width: 51"
depth: 24.75"
reference: 12087
price: $8,500
An outstanding cherrywood Louis XV bonnetiere armoire, from the Vendee region of France circa 18th century. Gorgeous, warm cherrywood construction featuring a single large door that opens to a generous space with two non-adjustable shelves and a hanging rod at the top. One drawer spans the armoire's width at the bottom. Beautiful molding throughout, canted and fluted corners, paneled sides and a scalloped apron with relief carved native floral decoration which is echoed at the pediment. Elaborate hardware original to the piece, with large, pierced escutcheons and handle decorations, as well as a long, baluster style hinge. The armoire rests on ball and claw feet. Side to side width: 44-3/4". Inside depth: 19.50".
