This superb 18th century French Louis XV Credence buffet
from Arles France is one of the most exceptional buffets.
The balance of lines has been finessed to perfection. The
ornamentation is refined without stiffness or conversely, ostentation—simply
pure with all the original elements and mechanism.
The top is rectangular with a refined shaped front and back
Angles. The rectangular shape has been enhanced with rounded edges and moldings
on the front softening any severity.
The two front door panels have refined asymmetrically shaped
Carved moldings on the raised panel which somewhat mirrors the two shapes of
the outer moldings. The apron is magnificently hand carved with rocaille motifs
and scrolling rinceaux consisting of a
continuous wavy stem like motif from which smaller leafy stems or groups of
leaves branch out at more or less regular intervals. Iron keyhole
escutcheons, accented with top foliate carvings, which open to reveal two
interior shelves. All original warm grain and patina, and original hardware and
locks.
This is typical of the Arles region cabinet makers buffet De
Château . The rounded corners have beautifully carved acanthus leaves and
scrolled feet on hooves. The serpentine frame constructed in solid Walnut,
featuring deep carved designs in the Rococo taste on all exposed sides. Each of
the Buffet's hinged doors in solid Walnut. Both feature a moulded edge,
cartouche-shaped central field. Accented by crisp floral & foliate
carvings, and with a fine depth and age to the Walnut.
This cabinetmaker was a superb artisan. The sides have two
asymmetrical panels meeting at the centre. There is original iron hardware
throughout. Outstanding patina with a beautiful shine like finish on this rare
18th century Chateau Credence “Small enfilade”
It might appear like the wood is sealed at first glance, but
it is not. The buffet surface is "cire rempli", which is an old and
complicated finish used by skilled ebenistes in France... Hard to replicate,
but gives a brilliant look when done properly. This important Louis XV enfilade
will be the focal point in a room. Dining, living , bedroom, kitchen , hallway,
entryway.
Empire Charles X Enfilade Boiserie Buffet Lavabo Alcove
Fountain Cabinet sink LA . Very Important and Large Enfilade De Boiserie Buffet
Lavabo C.1810 Empire Transition Charles X A great patron of the arts. Light
colored woods, yellow or bleached were dominant. This Piece is made of the Bois
Clairs in warm blond tone typical of the period 1810-1830.
Wall Paneling Cabinets and a trumeau Mirror at the center of
the Curve, in Front of it a nicely carved Stone Urn with Sphere finial top
creating a back splash of a Sink. A very
elegant architectural element “La Haute Société ". Focal point of a grand
room . These pieces make for a truly special interior to any residence. Antique
Dealer Los Angeles CA Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd . Two Very Large Wall mount
Cabinets with very large Doors and original hardware hinges , keys and locks ,
interior of each cabinet with 3 dividers that makes 4 compartments, a great
space to store your dinner service , your porcelain , wine , your glassware etc
. painted a beautiful light green on the interior.
A very large Marble Hand Carved Urn, on a pedestal and the
Swan Fountain Spout , topped with a round stone sphere ball finial . Sitting on
top of an oval basin sink . could be used as an interior fountain , or as a
sink in a grand dining room area . The lower Cabinets in a great shape as well,
and they have ample of space for storage . Hand Crafted and Hand Carved wood
was painted in the Faux marble “ marbre”
, typical of the period and the use of trompe l’oeil . A Versatile incredible
and rare Antique Enfilade, very versatile that can be in a winery , a very high
end estate , a grand hotel particulier , a dining , a living room . Overall
good condition , the sign of the centuries from cracks to wear , adding even
more charm to this larger than life Interior Enfilade Fountain .
A Good Late
17th Century early 18th Century Tuscan Baroque Polychrome
Decorated Credenza Cabinet 2 Doors. On the market we see pieces in the spirit
of the period but not as honest and elegant as this Tuscan cabinet . Antiques
Dealer Los Angeles CA
Exquisite
hand painted panels of foliage cartouche with original hardware hinges and
keys. The interior panels and back of the period as well . Plenty of storage
space for stowing away items out of site such as linens flatware dishes , this wonderful sideboard or cupboard to
display your lamps and decorative objects it would look stunning in an entryway a dining or living room , Depth 17.5”