Bidspirit auction | French Provincial Louis XV Style


French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Wood Marriage Armoire - A French Provincial Louis XV style marriage armoire, also known as an armoire de mariage, crafted from a light-toned wood with a honey-colored wax finish. The cabinet features a prominent double-arched molded cornice with a central high-relief crest depicting two billing doves and a heart. The two doors are decorated with asymmetrical scrolling molded panels and carved floral motifs. The central stile and scalloped base apron also feature floral carvings. The armoire is supported by short cabriole legs ending in whorl feet. Hardware includes traditional long brass fiche hinges and ornate cast-metal escutcheons. The interior is divided into three vertical compartments by fixed wooden partitions and contains multiple shelves for storage. The back panel has two added oval cutouts for cable access. Height: 88 inches Width: 53 inches Depth: 21 inches.