Summary:
• Item: French Food Cupboard
• Circa: 1830
• Provenance: France
• Period: Louis-Philippe I
• Wood: Chestnut
• Provincial design
• Pine shelves
• Protruding moulded cornice
• Single door & lower drawer
• Three internal shelves
• Profuse carvings
• Pierced fretwork upper door panel
• Original working door lock (with original working key)
• Original keyhole escutcheons
• Original door hinges
• Inset panelled sides
• Original cabriole feet
• Plenty of storage space
• Useful size
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14-days UK returns policy*
Description:
This is a charming antique rustic French food cupboard, comprising a single door, with a finely carved exterior, circa 1830, in good original condition. With a provincial design, the French cupboard is heavily carved in earlier 17th and 18th designs, including sequential foliate and floral carved stiles and rails, incorporating lunette carvings within a zig-zag and acanthus leaf design, with inset panels to the sides of the cupboard. The single door is decorated with a pierced fan-shape panel and retains its original steel working lever lock, with original working key and original hinges. The door opens to reveal three original pine shelves, with plenty of useful storage space. Below, the French food cupboard features a single working carved drawer, retaining its original metal drop handle, decorated with scribe lattice work. The base of the food cupboard is decorated with a scroll shaped frieze, featuring a carved cartouche, terminating on cabriole feet. The French food cupboard is constructed in the traditional manner with mortice and tenon joints, secured by dowel pegs, featuring its original backboards and floor.
This cupboard would be an attractive addition to any kitchen, in either a traditional or contemporary home. It boasts ideal narrow proportions, with a wealth of storage space. The item dismantles into two sections for ease of transport and access into the home.
This French food cupboard resonates a rustic period colour. It has a lovely colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
This food cupboard would look superb in a variety of rooms including the hallway, kitchen or dining room. This item would certainly grace any home and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report:
This is a charming antique rustic French food cupboard, comprising a single door, with a finely carved exterior, circa 1830, in good original condition. Nominal old used marks to the leading edges and corners, but nothing significant given its age. The door retains its original hinges, working lever lock (with original working key). The door hinges are in good working order and closes comfortably. The drawer closes flush to the frame and retains its original handle. The cupboard stands on its original feet, with original backboard and side panels. This French cupboard is solid in joint and stands firm on the ground (it does not wobble).
Dimensions:
External Dimensions:
Height = 151cm / 59½” / 4ft 11½”
Width = 88.5cm / 34⅞” / 2ft 10⅞”
Depth = 49.5cm / 19½” / 1ft 7½”
Top Shelf – Dimensions:
Height = 45cm
Width = 72cm
Depth = 37cm
Middle Shelf – Dimensions:
Height = 29.5cm
Width = 72cm
Depth = 35.5cm
Bottom Shelf – Dimensions:
Height = 27.5cm
Width = 72cm
Depth = 37.5cm
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