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Armoire in Aged Oak, France, 1940s

$6,120

£4,707.91

€5,464.55

CA$8,630.66

A$9,667.79

CHF 5,077.87

MX$117,557.25

NOK 64,302.46

SEK 61,040.33

DKK 40,784.03

About the Item

Armoire in Aged Oak, France, 1940s Evoking the devotional architecture of French provincial craftsmanship Standing with quiet authority, this tall French armoire from the 1940s reveals a verticality rarely encountered in provincial cabinetry—its proportions narrow and reverent, its surface marked by a sculptural rhythm that suggests both utility and ritual. Crafted from aged oak in a natural, unvarnished finish, the single door is articulated by five carved panels, each centred by a compass-style rosette—symbols long associated with celestial order, guidance, and spiritual protection. These concentric medallions, flanked by subtle stepped moldings, animate the façade with a sense of cadence and contained ornament. Likely produced in a regional French workshop steeped in prewar or interwar traditions, the piece reflects a transitional vernacular: between 19th-century ecclesiastical forms and the stripped-back practicality of early 20th-century rural modernism. Patinated hardware, hand-wrought hinges, and a faint warm cast to the wood speak to its authentic age and unhurried history. The oak is dry to the touch, with visible tool marks, tonal variation, and softened edges preserved in accordance with the gallery’s light-restoration ethos. Structurally sound and rare in format, this armoire offers a poetic storage solution—ideal in vertical niches, bedrooms, or contemplative studio interiors. Available for private acquisition. For additional images, provenance notes, or shipping details, please inquire with our curatorial team.

Dimensions:

Height: 74.41 in (189 cm)Width: 26.58 in (67.5 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)

Style:

French Provincial (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Oak

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

1940-1949

Date of Manufacture:

Unknown

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. This piece has been thoughtfully restored to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original patina and the passage of time. Subtle signs of age remain, preserving its authenticity and historical character. For further details, we invit.

Seller Location:

Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU4245144245622

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