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Late 18th Century French Louis XV - Louis XVI Transition Period Cherrywood Buffet

Item Number: LOPM179

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A handsome late 18th century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition period cherrywood buffet handcrafted by skilled artisans near Lyon during the French Transition period (1750-1775), having a rectangular plank top with canted corners sitting above a single drawer with brass shield shaped escutcheon over two paneled and moulded doors that open to reveal ample storage with a single shelf. The shaped, carved apron raised on short carved feet is typical of Louis XV style, in contrast with the carved panel doors that are typical of Louis XVI pieces. This French provincial buffet with it's narrow depth is a very versatile piece and is perfect for a dining room, foyer, hallway, or as a TV cabinet. A stunning solid and sturdy piece with a beautiful, rich patina that comes with centuries of age.

 

Most Transition period pieces were created outside Paris by Provincial cabinet makers and combined design elements used during Louis XV's reign (1723-1774) with Louis XVI (1774-1792) motifs in the same piece. When Louis XVI assumed the throne in 1774 after his father's death, Rococo tendencies and Baroque excess were no longer popular and a movement was underway that favored the clean, straight lines of the neoclassical style.

Dimensions:

h - 40.5"

w - 54"

d - 15"

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Origin: Near Lyon, France
Date: Late 18th century (French Transition period, c. 1750–1775)
Style: Louis XV–Louis XVI Transition
Material: Solid cherrywood with brass hardware
Shape: Rectangular plank top with canted corners over a case of two paneled doors
Detail: Single upper drawer with brass shield escutcheon; two molded doors opening to a full-width shelf; shaped carved apron and short carved feet
Patina: Warm, well-earned surface with age-softened edges and color variation that highlight the grain
Condition: Very good antique condition, minor wear consistent with age
Dimensions: 40.5″H × 54″W × 15″D
Sold: Individually (one buffet)
Use: Versatile depth makes it ideal for a dining room, foyer, hallway, or as a discreet media/TV cabinet

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