{"product_id":"early-19th-century-french-country-louis-xv-style-painted-buffet-deux-corps-or-bookcase","title":"Early 19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Painted Buffet Deux Corps or Bookcase","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early 19th century French Country Louis XV painted \u003cem\u003ebuffet deux corps\u003c\/em\u003e from the south of France, dating to the early 1800s. Graceful in form and generous in scale, this charming provincial cabinet embodies the relaxed elegance and practicality of southern French design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper cabinet is crowned with a beautifully shaped \u003cem\u003echapeau de gendarme\u003c\/em\u003e cornice, its gently arched silhouette lending movement and softness to the piece. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBelow, the original glazed doors, divided by gently shaped muntins, open to reveal three interior shelves, ideal for displaying glassware, china, serving pieces, or collected treasures. The glass panes allow light to filter through while beautifully showcasing their contents, making the upper cabinet both functional and decorative. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile traditionally used for storing china and glassware, the glazed upper section also lends itself beautifully to housing books or curated collections, offering versatility beyond the dining room. Resting beneath is the lower buffet section, fitted with two drawers adorned with original iron pulls, perfect for storing silverware, linens, or smaller serving pieces. The pair of carved raised panel doors below open to reveal a single interior shelf, offering ample concealed storage for trays, platters, and everyday essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire piece retains its softly weathered pale blue painted finish, beautifully timeworn to reveal layers of warm wood beneath. The patina is rich and authentic, with natural distressing that highlights the carved moldings and panel details. Subtle carved embellishments frame the doors and drawers, while the lower apron features a gracefully shaped skirt with gentle curves that echo the Louis XV aesthetic. Raised on short cabriole legs, the buffet stands with quiet elegance, its curved stance adding a refined lightness to its substantial form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth decorative and highly functional, this French Country buffet deux corps offers versatile storage while bringing warmth, character, and a touch of Provençal charm to a dining room, kitchen, or living space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eh - 90\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ew - 45.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ed - 17\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e__________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1605\/5007\/files\/A_closer_look_reveals_360.png\" alt=\"Mirror A closer look reveals\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSouth of France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEarly 1800s\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFrench Country Louis XV\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePainted wood with original glass\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTimeworn pale blue finish with layered character\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChapeau de gendarme crown over two divided-light glazed doors; lower buffet with two drawers over double doors; shaped skirt and paneled construction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThree interior shelves in upper cabinet; two drawers with original iron pulls; lower cabinet opening to a single interior shelf; carved moldings and shaped muntins\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThree upper shelves for glassware, china, books, or display; one full-length lower shelf for trays, linens, and serving pieces\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatina:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSoftly distressed painted surface with age-appropriate wear and warm undertones\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVery good antique condition with age-appropriate wear; original glass and iron hardware intact\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIdeal for dining rooms, kitchens, libraries, or living spaces; equally suited for storage and display\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e90\"H x 45.5\"W x 17\"D\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIndividually\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lolo French Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42679952769101,"sku":"LOPI208","price":6900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1605\/5007\/files\/LOPI208-1ps_d0de7b31-e41b-4b01-b35b-412650f268ac.jpg?v=1771227068","url":"https:\/\/lolofrenchantiques.com\/products\/early-19th-century-french-country-louis-xv-style-painted-buffet-deux-corps-or-bookcase","provider":"Lolo French Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}