Eighteenth Century Rechampie Wedding Cabinet

Magnificent Norman wedding wardrobe from the Louis XV period, from the 18th century, with rich carvings and moldings. It was the groom's father who ordered this wedding wardrobe. Indeed this cupboard served as a dowry offered to the newlyweds. The importance and prominence of the carvings was evidence of the social importance of the donor. Here, the rocaille sculptures are fine and dense, describing various bouquets, interlacing, floral scrolls intended to represent the love that the bride and groom will have for each other. Floral decorations also decorate the top of the doors and the cornice. In addition, the molded doors blend beautifully with the finesse of the cabinet work cut down on the sculptures. The cabinet rests on 4 arched legs dressed in acanthus leaf, typical of Louis XV furniture. Painted in white, there is also a brush work to rechampir which has been done. The shades therefore perfectly highlight the carvings of the cabinet. Moreover, this same rechampi gives even more relief to the sculptures and moldings of this cabinet. Finally, the interior was left in its raw oak color. The original lock. The width of the cornice is 136cm. Width: 136cm Height: 224cm