19th Century Signed French Provincial Mahogany Louis XV Style Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity by Ledet Et Fils Bordeaux

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Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or … Read more Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or coiffeuse by Ledet et fils exudes refined grace and functionality.

Born in the Bordeaux Region of Southwestern France in the mid-19th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis Fifteenth (1715-1774) taste, hand-crafted of warm mellow solid mahogany, having a serpentine shaped hinged top opening to reveal the original flat mirror plate, over a removable divided tray, faux drawer front with wooden escutcheon, above a sewing / work bin, gently curved scalloped apron, all rising elegantly on long cabriole legs adorned with finely carved shell acanthus leaf knee ending in whorl feet, terminating on casters. circa 1850s

Signed, retaining the original ébéniste (cabinetmakers) makers mark to the underside, reading:
Ledet
Fab de Meubles
Bordeaux

Dimensions: (approx)
29.25" High, 24" Wide, 16.75" Deep

Versatile:
As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent table, hall console, sofa table, large bedside nightstand, rolling lamp stand, to name just a few.

Condition:
Great antique condition, especially considering its 170 years old. Beautifully aged warm mellow patina over the whole. Strong, sturdy, stable, and structurally sound. Presents splendidly. Retaining original antique character marks and charm throughout, wear consistent with age and use, including an age split/separation line to bin drawer interior. Overall a superb example

Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!

Professional Shipping / White-glove Delivery Service Available:
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