Antique French Carved Bonnetiere Armoire Cabinet Brittany Breton Ship Spindle

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Antique French Carved Bonnetiere Armoire Cabinet Brittany Breton Ship Spindle

About the Item

Antique French Carved Bonnetiere Armoire Cabinet Brittany Breton Ship Spindle. Direct from France, a lovely antique French armoire or “bonnetiere” cabinet, with gorgeous hand carvings throughout. The slender, smaller size makes a “bonnetiere” highly sought after for today’s home, as they can easily be placed in a variety of locations. Of course, the term “bonnetiere” comes from these early 18th and 19th century cabinets that were used for the elaborate ladies’ bonnets and linens. NOTE: The style and design are true to the Celtic roots of the Brittany region of France, which was heavily dependent on fishing and maritime, so the hand carvings are noted for spindled ship’s wheels and symbolic use of men and women in traditional Celtic dress to represent their strong work ethic, piety, and the enjoyment of life. All these Breton carved features are present in this cabinet! The crown features a wide band of open “ships wheel” spindles with carvings to either side. The full-length door has three different carved panels with half circle “spindle” designs on the upper and lower portions. The center panel has corner spindles framing the round carved panel depicting a man and woman, in period dress, holding hands in from of a thatched roof cottage!! This scene implies this was perhaps carved as a wedding gift for the couple! Flanking the door are carved wheel panels, with lower scalloped apron and center ship’s wheel spindles. Traditionally antique furniture from this region had a dark finish and was frequently carved from oak or chestnut wood. Well built by craftsmen of the period, c1890. Measurements: 67.25” ht. x 33.25” x 19.75”. Adjustable shelves are 27.5” x 15”. NOTE: All of our antiques are direct from Europe. I personally select each item for the quality, design, and unique characteristics that you will always find in our distinctive inventory at Geaux Vintage Antiques. …” with all that, why ‘Geaux’ anywhere else?” …

Dimensions:
Height: 67.25 in (170.82 cm)Width: 33.25 in (84.46 cm)Depth: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)
Style:
French Provincial (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Chestnut,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1890-1899
Date of Manufacture:
1890
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. This cabinet is in good condition for its age, with normal signs of age, use, dings, scratches, imperfections. Adjustable shelves. Key included, but old locks never guaranteed. Included multiple photos should be considered part of the description.
Seller Location:
Shreveport, LA
Reference Number:
Seller: 18801stDibs: LU5109136133772