{"product_id":"antique-french-breton-cabinet-armoire-carved-crown-brittany-wardrobe-c1890","title":"Antique French Breton Cabinet Armoire Carved Crown Brittany Wardrobe c1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eAntique French Breton Cabinet Armoire Carved Crown Brittany Wardrobe c1890.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDirect from France, an impressive antique Breton cabinet or armoire with bold carvings and a strong visual presence.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe carved detail extends from the open spindle crown throughout the entire cabinet front, with a wide foliate panel above the door and narrow, intricately carved bands flanking the door.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe upper door panel features a stunning large medallion, with ships wheel spindles to the corners and dual carved portraits of Breton figures in period dress.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBelow, a full length band of open spindles is framed by more hand carved details above a panel featuring a center Celtic cross design of ships wheels, with matching corner spindles.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote the cabinet sides are also both fully carved, always a sign of superior quality.  Well constructed and carved by craftsmen of the period, circa 1890.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrief note about Brittany Style Antique French Furniture.    The Celtic roots of the Brittany region of France are reflected in the furniture created in this region.   The Breton style is distinctive and easily recognizable by its very ornate carving.  A hallmark feature is the symbolic use of men and women in traditional regional dress, along with motifs drawn from the area’s maritime culture, including circles and ship’s wheels.  Typically, the furniture is carved from chestnut or oak, with a dark finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Measurements:  73.75” Height x 31” Width x 18” Depth.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNOTE:  All of our antiques are direct from Europe.  I personally select each item for its quality, design, and unique characteristics-hallmarks you will always find in our distinctive inventory at Geaux Vintage Antiques…” with all that, why ‘Geaux’ anywhere else?” …\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCondition:  This item is in very good condition with normal signs of age and use, dings, scratches, imperfections.  A key is included, but old locks are not guaranteed.  The accompanying photographs are considered an integral part of the description.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipping:  This item requires professional packaging and shipping via white glove (blanket wrap) delivery.  All items are fully insured and will be delivered and set up inside your home or office (first floor).  This service typically takes 4-6 weeks, depending on your location; just email Geaux Vintage Antiques with your zip code for a shipping quote!  Free pickup is also available at our location in Shreveport, LA.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease contact Geaux Vintage Antiques with any questions or for more photos!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geaux Vintage Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45229908197430,"sku":"2634","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/5787\/files\/0_IMG_3094.jpg?v=1775153688","url":"https:\/\/geauxvintage.com\/products\/antique-french-breton-cabinet-armoire-carved-crown-brittany-wardrobe-c1890","provider":"Geaux Vintage Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}